All music should have no other end and aim than the glory of God and the soul's refreshment; where this is not observed, there will be no true music but only devilish hubbub and discord.
Baroque composer
All music should have no other end and aim than the glory of God and the soul's refreshment; where this is not observed, there will be no true music but only devilish hubbub and discord.
Baroque composer
From a letter or dedication, expressing his strong religious views on music
1700s-1750s
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