"If he's a true symphony artist, he knows better than that because he knows that the only truly creative musician is the jazz musician."

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"If he's a true symphony artist, he knows better than that because he knows that the only truly creative musician is the jazz musician."

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"So, practice, particularly after you've attained a job, any kind of job, like playing with a four piece band, that's... an opportunity to develop."

Opportunity, Job, Practice

"I mean, I think I liked every band I ever played in because each band was different, each band had a different concept, and each band leader was different... different personalities and musical tastes."

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"But, when you have to resort to turntables, trick lights, flashing lights, fire and all that, you're actually saying, I need this because what I do is not all that together."

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Influence,

"So, to come In with a set routine it's something I've never believed in. It should depend on how you feel, because you play what you feel."

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