5 famous works of art that inspired great music and songs

Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night. From classical composers to modern day songwriters, famous artworks throughout history have also been musical muses.

Composers and songwriters tend to look for inspiration in many places. But did you know that famous artworks throughout history have also acted as musical muses to classical composers and modern day songwriters? Here are five musical works that were inspired by art.

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