Gone Quote by Keith Jarrett
“Jazz is there and gone. It happens. You have to be present for it. That simple.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Jazz at the Philharmonic, 1995
Music exists fleetingly; being fully present allows one to experience its spontaneous flow.
In simple terms: Be present to feel music.
Key Takeaway
Practice mindfulness in listening.
Themes
mindfulness
music
presence
Mood
contemplative
calm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- concerts
- jam sessions
- personal practice
Key Concepts
improvisation
ephemerality
attention
Questions to Reflect On
- How does presence change your perception of art?
- Can you stay present in daily tasks?
A Different Perspective
Presence alone cannot control the music's direction.
![“I've never heard anything Wynton [Marsalis] played sound like it meant anything at all. Wynton has no voice and no presence. His music sounds like a talented high-school trumpet player to me... he's jazzy the same way someone who drives a BMW is sporty.” quote by Keith Jarrett](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/151/keith-jarrett-16919_bmw_i-ve-never-heard-anything-wynton-marsali_1148495.jpg)
