People ask me to describe how I play, and the most obvious…
“People ask me to describe how I play, and the most obvious answer is that I'm a jazz influenced guitar player. But I'm not a jazz guitar player. Wes Montgomery was a jazz guitarist, Joe Pass was a jazz guitarist (laughs).”
About This Quote
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He identifies as jazz‑influenced but does not play jazz in the traditional sense, blending styles uniquely.
In simple terms: Jazz influence, not jazz style.
Key Takeaway
Embrace influences, define your own voice.
Themes
music
identity
creativity
Mood
reflective
confident
Type
musical
personal
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- live performance
- studio recording
- collaborations
Key Concepts
genre blending
personal style
musical influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance influence with originality?
- What defines your sound beyond genre?
A Different Perspective
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