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Clive James on words and music

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Exploring the Interplay of Music and Words with Clive James

Clive James joins the Music Show to delve into the reliability and unreliability of words and music, discussing the contrast between pure music and songs with lyrics. The conversation delves into how music can enhance or detract from the meaning of lyrics, touching on examples where musical impact varies based on context and visual accompaniment. Mahler's Ninth Symphony is highlighted to showcase the complexity and depth in classical music, exploring the nuances of interpretation in the absence of words.

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