Composer Quote by George Gershwin
“The composer does not sit around and wait for an inspiration to walk up and introduce itself…Making music is actually little else than a matter of invention aided and abetted by emotion. In composing we combine what we know of music with what we feel.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Radio program, 1930s
Inspiration does not wait; creating music blends knowledge with feeling, turning emotion into invention.
In simple terms: Music creation mixes skill and emotion.
Key Takeaway
Combine technical mastery with emotional honesty.
Themes
creativity
music
emotion
process
craft
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
artistic
process
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- performance
- teaching
- collaboration
Key Concepts
artistic invention
emotional expression
skill development
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions fuel your creative work?
- How do you balance technique and feeling?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on emotion may neglect disciplined practice.
