Whenever we can, we try to talk to students. If I can…
“Whenever we can, we try to talk to students. If I can, I'll invite kids from a school to a sound check and take questions from them. I want to show them it's cool to play the trombone. Kids are influenced by what's accessible to them. It's hard for kids to be introduced to music other than what they see on TV and video.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Engaging students directly makes music feel accessible, encouraging them to explore beyond mainstream media.
In simple terms: Talk to kids to make music feel reachable.
Key Takeaway
Show students music is cool and reachable.
Themes
education
music
accessibility
mentorship
Mood
enthusiastic
inspirational
Type
motivational
educational
When to use this quote
- school assemblies
- music workshops
- online tutorials
- after‑school programs
Key Concepts
cultural exposure
role modeling
community outreach
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you bring music to students lacking access?
- What barriers exist for kids to experience live music?
A Different Perspective
Not all students have resources to attend live events.