Because if you've got the wit, you can make anything into a melody, ultimately.

The recording industry has changed; they're enjoying such incredible success in the pop field

When I began listening to saxophones, I was first attracted to Coleman Hawkins

Because if you've got the wit, you can make anything into a melody, ultimately.

People talk about innovations and evolutions and that kind of thing; I don't understand about that nonsense. It's like, all instruments are there to use all the time

I've always wanted a C trumpet on top, to have that same kind of facility without shouting.

It's true I've always been attracted to the jazz band in an orchestral way, rather than a band way.