Most people define themselves by what they do - 'I'm a musician.' Then one day it occurred to me that I'm only a musician when I'm playing music - or writing music, or talking about music. I don't do that 24 hours a day. I'm also a father, a son, a husband, a citizen - I mean, when I go to vote, I'm not thinking of myself as 'a musician.'

Jazz translates the moment into a sense of inspiration for not only the musicians but for the listeners.

I think risk-taking is a great adventure. And life should be full of adventures.

We can all be ourselves, be true to ourselves, and all be together.

It's not exclusive, but inclusive, which is the whole spirit of jazz.

Don't be afraid to expand yourself, to step out of your comfort zone. That's where the joy and the adventure lie.

The true artform is being a human being.