Always Quote by Dave Holland
“All of the musicians when I was young used to always say you had to tell a story when you're a musician.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Jazz Magazine, 2005
Musicians should weave narratives into their music, making each piece a story.
In simple terms: Music tells stories.
Create narrative through sound.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- composition
- performance
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you embed story without lyrics?
- What story does your instrument tell?
Not all listeners seek stories.