I always start with emotion. That's where I start all of…
“I always start with emotion. That's where I start all of my improvisations, on the piano. I always start with the mood or the feel of where I am in that moment.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
She begins improvisation by tapping into her current emotional state, letting mood guide her piano performance.
In simple terms: Emotion drives her music.
Start creative work by feeling first.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- performance
- teaching
- therapy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions inspire your best work?
- How can you balance feeling with structure?
Overemphasis on emotion may hinder technical precision;