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“As a melody instrument player, it's all about getting from one note to the next, and those intervals and how you navigate your way through these vertical structures of chords. You realize that everything's moving forward, and it's all linear.” quote by David Sanborn
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“As a melody instrument player, it's all about getting from one note to the next, and those intervals and how you navigate your way through these vertical structures of chords. You realize that everything's moving forward, and it's all linear.”

David Sanborn

About This Quote

Source Interview: JazzTimes Magazine, 2015

Music progression is linear, moving through notes and chords, reflecting forward motion.

In simple terms: Music moves forward step by step.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the flow of musical development.

Themes

music creativity structure

Mood

analytical inspired

Type

educational musical

When to use this quote

  • composing
  • improvisation
  • music education

Key Concepts

melodic progression harmonic navigation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do intervals shape emotional impact?
  • What role does rhythm play in linearity?
A Different Perspective

May simplify the non-linear aspects of improvisation.

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