Brian Quote by Eddie Harris
“Brian Auger is a superb technician on his instrument, but he also plays with feeling that is a rarity. I am looking forward in recording with him in the near future.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Jazz Magazine, 1975
A musician can be technically skilled yet also convey deep emotion, which is rare and valuable.
In simple terms: Technical skill plus feeling is rare.
Key Takeaway
Seek both mastery and emotion.
Themes
musicianship
emotion
rarity
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
musical
artistic
When to use this quote
- recording sessions
- live performances
- collaborations
- teaching
Key Concepts
Jazz improvisation
expressive technique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance technique with feeling?
- What practices develop emotional expression?
A Different Perspective
Technical skill alone may not move listeners.
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![“Brian Mulroney, myself, [and] Rajiv Gandhi; I think that was the real core [of the Commonwealth ]. That was the engine room, I reckon.” quote by Bob Hawke](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/96c/bob-hawke-7891_brian_brian-mulroney-myself-and-rajiv-gandhi-i_19423.jpg)
