"If you play the very subtle jazz tunes with acoustic pianos, acoustic bass and it's a dead standard, you are going to play very differently. It depends on the music"
- Lee Ritenour
About this Quote
In this quote, Lee Ritenour is talking about the effect of various musical components en route an artist plays. He discusses playing "really subtle jazz tunes" and how making use of acoustic pianos and bass can alter the way an artist approaches the music. Ritenour suggests that when playing a "dead requirement," or a widely known and standard jazz piece, the artist's design and strategy may be affected by the use of these acoustic instruments. However, he also acknowledges that ultimately, the method a musician plays depends upon the particular music they are carrying out. This quote highlights the value of thinking about all elements of a musical performance and how they can shape the total noise and design.
This quote is written / told by Lee Ritenour somewhere between November 1, 1952 and today. He was a famous Musician from USA.
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