Many a revolution started with the actions of a few. Only 56 men signed the Declaration of Independence. A few hanging together can lead a nation to change.
Wynton MarsalisI believe in professionalism, but playing is not like a job. You have to be grateful to have the opportunity to play.
Wynton MarsalisEthics are more important than laws. Which means that the exact note is less important than the feeling of the note.
Wynton MarsalisWhen I auditioned for my high school band the band director was excited because my father was known to be a great musician. When he heard me, he said 'Are you sure you're Ellis's son?'
Wynton MarsalisIt's really not a stretch. The checks and balances are the same. The drums are the executive branch. The jazz orchestra is the legislative branch. Logic and reason are like jazz solos. The bass player is the judicial branch. One our greatest ever is Milt Hinton, and his nickname is "The Judge."
Wynton Marsalis