What happens when an art form becomes ambiguous, I think, is that the standards are lowered. You can say anything is jazz. So I think it's important to reflect on what made jazz so special. — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
It's about being here in the moment, accepting one another and allowing creativity to flow. — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
Miles Davis is a major influence of mine in terms of the way that I am as a bandleader. — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
I listen to a lot of singers, because I find phrasing to be one of the most essential elements of playing. — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
I think it all comes back to the individual. My instrument's just a pile of metal and wood! If you listen to the way… — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
If you listen to the way I speak, I have a lot of rhythm, use a lot of accents. When I'm playing my instrument,… — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
One of the things I'm adamant about as a bandleader is not micromanaging. I'm an advocate for the concept of allowing everyone to be… — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
I love Amsterdam. The city is vibrant and alive. It's fresh and so open. It's definitely one of my favorite places. — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
Ultimately, what we do as musicians, I think of us as a type of emotional engineer. We essential take these sound waves, this sound,… — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
Being at home with my family always inspires me. I find it hard to be inspired when I'm on the move. I'm not creative… — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
One of the things I'm adamant about as a bandleader is not micromanaging. I'm an advocate for the concept of allowing everyone to be… — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
I'm a spa person. Massages keep me relaxed, so I always try to make time for them when I tour. — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
I think when you look back at the different eras in jazz, what leads from one to another is never a melodic revolution, but… — Stefon Harris Copy Share Image
