Being honest Quote by Count Basie
![“I'll always remember when I first heard Lester [Young]. I'd never heard anyone like him before. He was a stylist with a different sound. A sound I'd never heard before or since. To be honest with you, I didn't much like it at first.” quote by Count Basie](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a05/count-basie-25671_being-honest_i-ll-always-remember-when-i-first-heard_1061475.jpg)
“I'll always remember when I first heard Lester [Young]. I'd never heard anyone like him before. He was a stylist with a different sound. A sound I'd never heard before or since. To be honest with you, I didn't much like it at first.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music history (unknown source)
Lester Young’s unique style was initially unfamiliar but later recognized as groundbreaking.
In simple terms: New music can feel strange at first but become iconic.
Key Takeaway
Give new sounds a chance before judging.
Themes
music
innovation
perception
Mood
curious
nostalgic
Type
musical
reflective
When to use this quote
- listening to new genres
- exploring vintage recordings
- attending live performances
Key Concepts
jazz history
artistic evolution
personal taste
Questions to Reflect On
- What first impression changed your view on something?
- How do you approach unfamiliar art?
A Different Perspective
Initial dislike may stem from bias; openness takes effort.
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