Able Quote by Walter Becker Download Open image “I'm a self-taught musician aside from what I've been able to pick up from other players.” — Walter Becker ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2.5 out of 5 (7 ratings) Copy quoteShare Able Music Musician Self taught
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If it feels like we're re-creating something rather than creating something, we don't do it. — Walter Becker Copy Share Image
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