I didn't write any music at all, and then, I remember Jon…
“I didn't write any music at all, and then, I remember Jon Anderson being very insistent saying that there were two kinds of musicians: the ones who wrote music and the ones who didn't. And clearly the ones who wrote music were more superior human beings in his mind. So he kind of nudged me and sort of prodded me into it. I picked it up slowly. Then I learned more about chords and harmony and I just kept adding to that. One of the great things about having good players in your band is that you just ask them questions. You can pick up some good information that way.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Recalls being urged to learn music, emphasizing mentorship and gradual skill acquisition.
In simple terms: Mentorship leads to growth.
Key Takeaway
Seek guidance, practice steadily.
Themes
music
learning
mentorship
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- band rehearsals
- music lessons
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
skill development
collaboration
Questions to Reflect On
- Who can you learn from?
- How to balance practice with other duties?
A Different Perspective
Progress can be slow.