Famous quote by Al Jarreau

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More live recording. I have missed the boat over my career by not doing every second or third CD live because things hap
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"More live recording. I have missed the boat over my career by not doing every second or third CD live because things happen onstage that don't happen in the studio"

- Al Jarreau

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Al Jarreau's quote talks to the special energy and imagination that can be discovered in a live performance. He reveals regret for not having taped more of his albums live, as he believes that the atmosphere of a live program can highlight something unique in the music that can't be replicated in the studio. He recommends that the spontaneity of a live performance can lead to unforeseen minutes of inspiration and imagination that can't be prepared or rehearsed. He likewise implies that the energy of a live audience can contribute to the efficiency, developing an unique environment that can't be found in the studio. By not tape-recording more of his albums live, Jarreau believes he has missed out on recording these unique moments.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Al Jarreau somewhere between March 12, 1940 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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