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I've written a very long piece of music recently, the 'Veil of the Temple,' which lasts about seven hours. It's really a kind of vigil. It takes place during the night, waiting for the resurrection of Christ.
John Tavener
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John Tavener was a Composer from United Kingdom (1944–2013).

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This quote is attributed to John Tavener, a Composer from United Kingdom.
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John Tavener lived from 1944 – 2013.