Lee Morgan used to stand behind me when I was playing a…
“Lee Morgan used to stand behind me when I was playing a ballad and he'd be hollering, "Play the pretty notes, man, play the pretty notes." I thought I was playing the pretty notes, but you know, things like that help you to reach a little further.”
About This Quote
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Encouragement from peers can push musicians to explore beyond their comfort zone and improve.
In simple terms: Peer encouragement helps artists grow.
Listen to feedback and push your limits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- recording sessions
- live performances
- improvisation practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond to constructive criticism?
- What limits do you set when exploring new ideas?
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