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The people who really got me off were dealing with the musical potential of the Instrument
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"The people who really got me off were dealing with the musical potential of the Instrument"

- Max Roach

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Max Roach was a distinguished jazz drummer and author who was known for his ingenious approach to music. In this quote, he is referring to the musical potential of the drum set. He is saying that the people who actually motivated him to explore the possibilities of the instrument were those who were dealing with the musical capacity of the drum set. He is most likely referring to other jazz drummers who were pushing the limits of the instrument and producing new sounds and rhythms. Roach was a leader in allure world and his quote talks to his appreciation for those who were pushing the borders of the instrument. He was inspired by their creativity and innovation and wanted to check out the possibilities of the instrument himself. Roach's quote is a testimony to the power of imagination and development in music and how it can inspire others to push the limits of their own instrument.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Max Roach between January 10, 1924 and August 16, 2007. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 2 other quotes.

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