The framework of a symphony must be so strong that it force… - Jean Sibelius

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The framework of a symphony must be so strong that it forces you to follow it, regardless of the environment and circumstances.

Jean Sibelius

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Johan Julius Christian Sibelius (8 December 1865 – 20 September 1957) was a Finnish composer known particularly for his symphonies and tone poems. He adopted the name Jean in early adulthood.

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Alternative Names: Johan Julius Christian Sibelius • Sibelius • Jan Sibelius

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The framework of a symphony must be so strong that it forces you to follow it, regardless of the environment and circumstances. - Jean Sibelius

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