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“The old man slowly raised himself from the piano stool, fixed those cheerful blue eyes piercingly and at the same time with unimaginable friendliness upon him, and said: "Making music together is the best way for two people to become friends. There is none easier. That is a fine thing. I hope you…” quote by Hermann Hesse
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“The old man slowly raised himself from the piano stool, fixed those cheerful blue eyes piercingly and at the same time with unimaginable friendliness upon him, and said: "Making music together is the best way for two people to become friends. There is none easier. That is a fine thing. I hope you and I shall remain friends. Perhaps you too will learn how to make fugues, Joseph.”

Hermann Hesse

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Glass Bead Game, 1943

Making music together builds friendship easily; learning fugues deepens that bond.

In simple terms: Playing music creates strong friendships.

Key Takeaway

Share music to connect.

Themes

friendship music learning

Mood

joyful harmonious

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • band practice
  • music lessons
  • social events

Key Concepts

collaboration musical theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does music foster trust?
  • What other activities build friendship?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone enjoys music.

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