It took me three weeks to write the 'Rhapsody in Blue.' I had always wanted to write something blue and Paul Whiteman inspired.

What the hell do you want to work for somebody else for? Work for yourself!

All great composers of the past spent most of their time studying. Feeling alone won't do the job. A man also needs technique.

For suddenly, I saw you there And through foggy London town The sun was shining everywhere.

When jazz is played in another nation, it is called American. When it is played in another country, it sounds false. Jazz is the result of the energy stored up in America.

Jazz is one of the best things that you can find in your life, it can always be your friend.

When I'm in my normal mood, music drips from my fingers.