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

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.

It is always possible to create something original.

Life is a lot like jazz. It's best when you improvise.

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

I didn't even start playing the piano until I was about 13 or 14. I guess I must have had a little talent or whatever-you-call-it, but I practised regularly, and that's what counts.

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