Olivier Messiaen Quotes

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My faith is the grand drama of my life. I'm a believer, so I sing words of God to those who have no faith. I give bird songs to those who dwell in cities and have never heard them, make rhythms for those who know only military marches or jazz, and paint colours for those who see none.

Olivier Messiaen

It's probable that in the artistic hierarchy birds are the greatest musicians existing on our planet.

Olivier Messiaen

Certain people are annoyed that I believe in God. But I want people to know that God is present in everything, in the concert hall, in the ocean, on a mountain, even on the underground.

Olivier Messiaen

The birds are the opposite of time. They represent our longing for light, for stars, for rainbows, and for jubilant song.

Olivier Messiaen