Maurice-durufle Quote by James E. Frazier
![“The pursuit of the beautiful was, for [Duruflé], a gesture of the soul, not merely a function or an exercise of musical giftedness, or even of liturgical necessity. That is, perhaps, what Mme Duruflé meant in saying that he had ... a Gregorian soul.” quote by James E. Frazier](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/52a/james-e-frazier-65553_maurice-durufle_the-pursuit-of-the-beautiful-was-for-dur_2248096.jpg)
““The pursuit of the beautiful was, for [Duruflé], a gesture of the soul, not merely a function or an exercise of musical giftedness, or even of liturgical necessity. That is, perhaps, what Mme Duruflé meant in saying that he had ... a Gregorian soul.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Musical Interpretation, 2015
Duruflé believed that creating beauty in music is an expression of the soul, not just technical skill or religious duty.
In simple terms: Beauty in music comes from soulful expression, not just technique or function.
Key Takeaway
Focus on heartfelt expression over technical perfection.
Themes
music
beauty
artistic expression
spirituality
creativity
Mood
inspirational
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
artistic
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- performance practice
- teaching music
- composing
- listening critically
Key Concepts
aesthetics
philosophy of art
musical interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can technical mastery enhance soulful expression?
- What does a “Gregorian soul” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
The view may undervalue the role of discipline and training in artistic achievement.
