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Gertrude Stein

What is music. A passion for colonies not a love of country.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

The quote suggests that music is driven by a desire to explore and gather diverse influences rather than a deep attachment to one specific place. It implies that music thrives on variety and expansion, much like building colonies, rather than on loyalty to a single homeland.

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