Jazz Improvisation means that practice is not as straightforward as it would be when you simply have a score to play.
Ahmad JamalYou've got a big, big problem if you get caught up in what people say. If you're gonna live for what people say, you might as well lay down and forget it. Because it doesn't work that way.
Ahmad JamalMr. McVicker instilled self-respect in those of us who were his students, because he respected us regardless of our background.
Ahmad JamalThe quickest way to become troubled is to be concerned with what people are gonna say about your life and your work.
Ahmad Jamal