The skin of all of us is responsive to gypsy songs and military marches.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human beings share deep physical reactions to music and rhythm.
- In plain terms
- Everyone feels the impact of music and rhythm.
- What can you take from it?
- Music and rhythm evoke universal human responses.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What music moves you most?
- How does rhythm affect your mood?
Another view
Individual tastes and sensitivities to music vary widely.
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