Band Quote by Dick Haymes
“Tommy Dorsey was the last of the band leaders... He was ahead of his time; if he got drunk, he got difficult, but then who the hell isn't difficult when you get drunk.”
About This Quote
Tommy Dorsey led his band forward, yet faced typical human flaws when intoxicated.
In simple terms: Great leaders have human flaws.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfection in leaders.
Themes
music
leadership
humanity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
Band:1
Difficult:0
Drunk:1
Hell:0
Ifs:0
Jazz:1
Lasts:0
Leader:1
Leadership:1
Time:0
Got Drunk:0
Band Leaders:1
Difficult Drunk:0
Dorsey Band:0
When to use this quote
- biographical studies
- music history
- leadership training
Key Concepts
history
addiction
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How does talent coexist with vice?
- Can we separate art from artist?
A Different Perspective
The anecdote may romanticize alcoholism.
