I have to say that our fans have been absolutely wonderful all across the world. — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
When we tour in America, the shows are great, and the fans are just as passionate and excited as anywhere else in… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
A lot of people around the world were, like, very frustrated, you know "Why don't you just release the name? Why is… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
I've always said that there's a huge progressive rock, progressive metal audience out there, in the world. We see it when we're… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
We've seen progressive rock all over the world, in South America, Europe, Asia, across the US and North America and Australia. There's… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
We auditioned a lot of great drummers; every one of them was world class. We had a lot of fun playing with… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
I've always said that there's a huge progressive rock, progressive metal audience out there, in the world. — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
You might be able to get a certain sound, and in the studio you certainly look at things under a microscope a… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
If you practice in a focused, concentrated manner and make efficient use of your time, you will progress a lot faster than if you… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
In my touring rig, there's a pedal drawer, where I'm able to switch pedals in and out, going into the front of the amp. — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
Before Dream Theater took off I used to teach a lot, and one of the things my students often asked me was how to… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
I listen to somebody like Shawn Lane, and unfortunately he is no longer with us, but I hear him playing and I am like,… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
Definitely an important aspect of my playing is keeping my hands in sync. — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
By adding open strings to even the simplest chords, you can create voicings that sound sophisticated, but are really easy (and fun) to play.… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
Sometimes just allowing yourself to noodle without any structure will enable you to stumble upon great new ideas, culminating in creating your own distinct… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
Songs come alive every night and can be a new experience for someone. You might have someone in the audience who has never seen… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
I'm from the school of putting a lot of hours of practice into playing. But at the same time you have to write original… — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
I have to say that our fans have been absolutely wonderful all across the world. — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
I really rely a lot more on memory. I'm definitely not as good of a sight reader. — John Petrucci Copy Share Image
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