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Bass Quote by George Shearing

“Teddy Wilson, I think, said a little while ago that its much easier to come in and play whatever comes into your mind, without obeying any of the laws of bass line and harmony and so on.” quote by George Shearing
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“Teddy Wilson, I think, said a little while ago that its much easier to come in and play whatever comes into your mind, without obeying any of the laws of bass line and harmony and so on.”

George Shearing

About This Quote

Source Interview: Jazz Talk, 1978

He encourages spontaneous improvisation without strict adherence to musical rules.

In simple terms: Play freely without rules.

Key Takeaway

Ignore rigid music theory.

Themes

creativity improvisation freedom

Mood

inspired experimental

Type

musical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • jam sessions
  • composer workshops
  • creative writing
  • dance improvisation

Key Concepts

jazz musical expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does freedom become chaos?
  • How can you balance structure and spontaneity?
A Different Perspective

Risk of incoherence without some structure.

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