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"Creativity and artistic endeavors have a mission that goes far beyond just making music for the sake of music."

Herbie Hancock, American Musician

Music, Creativity, Mission

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"Creativity and artistic endeavors have a mission that goes far beyond just making music for the sake of music."

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