Criteria Quote by Thighpaulsandra
“I don't really worry about whether things fit into a genre or not, it's whether I like it and whether the two things sit well together, that's my main criteria when I write.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music composition discussion, 2022
Genre labels matter less than personal enjoyment and coherence between elements.
In simple terms: Enjoyment and fit matter more than genre.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize personal taste and harmony in creative work.
Themes
creativity
genre
personal taste
Mood
reflective
pragmatic
Type
artistic
creative
When to use this quote
- writing
- music production
- film scoring
Key Concepts
artistic integrity
interdisciplinary blending
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal preference with audience appeal?
- When is genre useful?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook market expectations or audience expectations.
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