The public doesn't want new music; the main thing it demands... - George Gershwin

This quote is attributed to George Gershwin.

"The public doesn't want new music; the main thing it demands of a composer is that he be dead."

George Gershwin Music

Jazz Composer Pianist American 1898–1937

More from George Gershwin

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"I frequently hear music in the very heart of noise"

"The real American folk song is a rag"

"True music must repeat the thought and inspirations of the people and the time"

"Music is the language of the soul."

"My music comes from my heart."

"Music transcends all language barriers."

"Music is the universal language of love."