To understand a composer is to understand his era and his re... - Pierre Boulez

This quote is attributed to Pierre Boulez.

"To understand a composer is to understand his era and his rebellion against it."

Pierre Boulez Philosophy

Avant-Garde Composer Conductor French 1925–2016

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"Compose yourself, and the world will compose itself."

"The serial technique is not a philosophy but a method."

"I think music is the most beautiful of all the arts."

"I've seen the worst humanity has to offer."

"Sometimes I wonder if the world is worth saving."

"Every choice shapes our destiny."

"Order is the foundation of a good life."