Susanne Langer

Susanne Langer was a philosopher known for her work on the nature of art and music. She argued that art expresses emotions and ideas through symbols, much like language, and that music, in particular, conveys feelings that can’t be easily described with words. Langer emphasized the importance of understanding the emotional and intellectual dimensions of art, suggesting that it helps us realize deeper truths about human experience. Her ideas contribute to aesthetics, exploring how we perceive and appreciate beauty and meaning in various art forms, including music, ultimately enhancing our understanding of the human condition.