Which composer believed that music is all too often treated as a narcotic something that dulls the senses rather than arouses them?

The composer who believed that music is often treated as a narcotic, dulling the senses rather than arousing them, was Igor Stravinsky. He emphasized the need for music to engage and stimulate listeners, rather than merely providing passive enjoyment. Stravinsky's work often sought to provoke thought and evoke emotion, challenging the conventional perceptions of music's role in society.