America Quote by Le Corbusier
“Negro music has touched America because it is the melody of the soul joined with the rhythm of the machine. It is in two part time; tears in the heart; movement of the legs, torso arms and head. The music of the era of construction; innovating. It floods the body and heart; it floods the USA and its floods the world. The jazz is more advanced than the architecture. If architecture were at the point reached by jazz, it would be an incredible spectacle.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The City of To-Morrow and Its Planning,” 1929
Jazz’s rhythm and soul embody the spirit of modern industrial society, influencing architecture and culture.
In simple terms: Jazz reflects the soul of modern life.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the cultural power of music.
Themes
culture
innovation
art
architecture
Mood
creative
reflective
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- urban design
- music education
- cultural festivals
- architectural inspiration
Key Concepts
rhythm
soul
industrialization
creative synthesis
Questions to Reflect On
- How does music inspire your work?
- Can rhythm improve design thinking?
A Different Perspective
Jazz cannot replace technical precision in design.
![“The word [jazz] never lost its association with those New Orleans bordellos. In the 1920s I used to try to convince Fletcher Henderson that we ought to call what we were doing 'Negro music'. But it's too late for that now.” quote by Duke Ellington](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/faf/duke-ellington-7513_association_the-word-jazz-never-lost-its-association_1416186.jpg)
![“I'll smoke, I'll cough, I'll get the tumors, I'll die, deal? Thank you America. [salutes]” quote by Bill Hicks](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3d2/bill-hicks-970_america_i-ll-smoke-i-ll-cough-i-ll-get-the-tumor_655.jpg)
