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So much of what we do is ephemeral and quickly forgotten, even by ourselves, so it's gratifying to have something you have done linger in people's memories.
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"So much of what we do is ephemeral and quickly forgotten, even by ourselves, so it's gratifying to have something you have done linger in people's memories."
— John Williams

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So much of what we do is ephemeral and quickly forgotten, even by ourselves, so it's gratifying to have something you have done linger in people's memories. — John Williams

About John Williams

John Williams was a Composer from United Kingdom (1903–1983).

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Who said "So much of what we do is ephemeral and quickly forgotten, even by ourselves, so…"?
This quote is attributed to John Williams, a Composer from United Kingdom.
When did John Williams live?
John Williams lived from 1903 – 1983.