Giving Quote by John Coltrane
“Over all, I think the main thing a musician would like to do is give a picture to the listener of the many wonderful things that he knows of and senses in the universe. . . Thats what I would like to do. I think thats one of the greatest things you can do in life and we all try to do it in some way. The musicians is through his music.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Jazz Times, 1965
Music should convey the vast wonders the creator perceives, sharing them with listeners as a universal picture.
In simple terms: Music shares the creator’s wonder with listeners.
Key Takeaway
Create music that paints a vivid picture.
Themes
creativity
expression
universality
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
artistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- concerts
- recording sessions
- educational workshops
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Aesthetic experience
perception
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make your music more vivid?
- What universal truths do you want to convey?
A Different Perspective
May listeners miss the intended imagery if the music is too abstract.
