He felt as if he were paying for the privilege of music with portions of his life and body. But it was well worth it.

Mark Helprin
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The bridge between life and death isn’t merely a bridge, but rather a barrier. It is the one that divides the two sides of us. That barrier, however, is something that can be broken down by music. The kind of music written in the form of symphony, opera, or other grandiose works, touches our hearts and changes our lives.

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