The memory of things gone is important to a jazz musician. Things like old folks singing in the moonlight in the back yard on a hot night or something said long ago.
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Never play a thing the same way twice.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace creativity and spontaneity in your expressions.
This quote by Louis Armstrong emphasizes the importance of originality and the beauty of artistic expression. It suggests that each performance or creative endeavor should be unique, allowing for personal growth and exploration rather than repetition.
Themes
CreativityOriginalityMusicImprovisationExpression
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a workshop on improvisation to encourage participants to be innovative.
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