Band Quote by Jon Gordon
“Sometimes I would go on Sundays and play with Doc Cheatham. I was also playing in a band of teenagers led by Don Sickler called Young Sounds, and The McDonald's Big Band led by Rich De Rosa and Justin Di Cioccio. All those guys were great educators and musicians and taught me a lot! Simultaneous to all this, another one of my musical fathers came into my life, Eddie Locke.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Jazz Musicians Reflect on Mentors, 2020
The quote highlights the profound impact of multiple mentors in shaping a musician's growth and education through collaboration and guidance.
In simple terms: Mentors greatly influence a musician's development.
Key Takeaway
Seek diverse mentorship and collaborate often.
Themes
learning
collaboration
musical growth
mentorship
community
Mood
grateful
inspired
reflective
Type
testimonial
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Band rehearsals
- studio sessions
- live performances
- music workshops
- personal development
Key Concepts
Jazz education
peer learning
creative influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How have your mentors shaped your style?
- What can you teach future musicians?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on mentors may limit independent artistic voice if not balanced.
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