I think jazz is actually quite unforgiving in its disdain for nostalgia. It demands creativity and change at its highest level.
Pat MethenyThere's more bad music in jazz than any other form. Maybe that's because the audience doesn't really know what's happening.
Pat MethenyIf you plan on continuing a tradition, it might be a good idea to find out just what tradition it is that you intend to continue.
Pat Metheny