You can expand, repeat, even change keys and do other things electronically to give certain elements and phrases more cohesiveness.

Technology has developed to a whole other level and theres the scientist part of me that loves that stuff.

I'm aware that a lot of what is happening in jazz has not had a very dynamic change in a long time.

It's part of my nature. I get excited when trying out new stuff, whether it be an idea or equipment. It stimulates my juices.

I keep recycling and repackaging music that I've done in the past, as though I can't write anymore. Like, okay, I'm done with that. But I need to kind of prod myself again into come on, Herbie, get off your duff and start writing some new music.

You make different colors by combining those colors that already exist.

I've been curious ever since I was a little kid.