Air Quote by Paul Verlaine
“Music before all else, and for that choose the irregular, which is vaguer and melts better into the air.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Poèmes en prose, 1882
The poet values music above all, preferring irregular, fluid sounds that blend seamlessly into the atmosphere.
In simple terms: Music is supreme; irregular sounds blend best.
Key Takeaway
Seek fluid, unconventional rhythms in creative work.
Themes
art
music
creativity
expression
Mood
reflective
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
artistic
poetic
When to use this quote
- composition
- performance
- writing
- dance
- sound design
Key Concepts
aesthetics
fluidity
irregularity
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes irregular music appealing?
- How can fluidity enhance artistic expression?
A Different Perspective
Irregularity may challenge conventional listeners.
![“Just between you and me, shouldn’t the World Bank be encouraging MORE migration of the dirty industries to the LDCs [Less Developed Countries]?... I think the economic logic behind dumping a load of toxic waste in the lowest wage country is impeccable and we should face up to that... I’ve always…” quote by Lawrence Summers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac4/lawrence-summers-16940_air_just-between-you-and-me-shouldn-t-the-wo_4703.jpg)
![“[A]s you partake of the world's bill of fare, that's darned good advice to follow. Do a lot of spitting out the hot air. And be careful what you swallow.” quote by Dr. Seuss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/da8/dr-seuss-1224_advice_a-s-you-partake-of-the-world-s-bill-of-f_6806.jpg)