If one should desire to know whether a kingdom is well governed, if its morals are good or bad, the quality of its music will furnish the answer.

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Confucius was Chinese philosopher (c. 551 – c. 479 bce). Confucius, born Kong Qiu (ε­”δΈ˜), was a Chinese philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period who is traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages. Much of the shared cultural heritage of the Sinosphere originates in the philosophy and teachings of Confucius. Read more on Wikipedia →

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  • Music — The universal language of melody, rhythm, and harmony

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