Angel Quote by Elvin Jones
“To me John Coltrane was like an angel on earth. He struck me that deeply.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Jazz legacy discussion, 2015
John Coltrane’s music feels heavenly, profoundly moving the listener.
In simple terms: Coltrane’s music is like an angel.
Key Takeaway
Listen deeply to music’s emotional power.
Themes
music
spirituality
influence
Mood
reflective
uplifting
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- concert listening
- music education
- creative inspiration
Key Concepts
jazz
improvisation
legacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions does Coltrane evoke for you?
- How does spiritual music affect daily life?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone connects with intense emotional depth in music.
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![“It was so interesting, when [John Coltrane] created A Love Supreme. He had meditated that week. I almost didn't see him downstairs. And it was so quiet! There was no sound, no practice! He was up there meditating, and when he came down he said, "I have a whole new music!" He said, "There is a new…” quote by Alice Coltrane](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/742/alice-coltrane-25252_beautiful_it-was-so-interesting-when-john-coltrane_1177734.jpg)
