I met the pianist Barry Harris when I was about fifteen…
“I met the pianist Barry Harris when I was about fifteen. He would show me changes, which I had no idea existed. I knew about scales, but I didn't think about chords. I was fortunate in that he lived right around the corner so I'd be at his house almost every day and he showed me about playing melodies over chords. After about three years, I could play some gigs. I worked with drummer Roy Brooks and other guys my age at that time, like trumpeter Lonnie Hillyer. Some of the older guys were Paul Chambers, Doug Watkins and Louis Hayes”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Describes mentorship and learning jazz harmony, leading to performance opportunities.
In simple terms: Mentor taught me chords, enabling gigs.
Key Takeaway
Seek mentorship to grow skills.
Themes
music
mentorship
learning
career development
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
personal narrative
educational
When to use this quote
- practice sessions
- live performances
- networking
Key Concepts
jazz theory
creative collaboration
Questions to Reflect On
- Who else shaped your musical path?
- How does mentorship impact artistic growth?
A Different Perspective
May overlook other influences.