"If you can get a twelve year-old kid to go listen to Thelonius Monk, what more do you want? Do you want a big pile of cash, too? That's a home run for me"
- Jimmy Chamberlin
About this Quote
Jimmy Chamberlin is revealing his interest for presenting youths to the music of Thelonius Monk. He is recommending that if you can get a twelve year-old to listen to Monk, then you have accomplished something terrific. He is also indicating that it is a benefit in itself, which it is more valuable than a huge pile of money. He is recommending that presenting young people to Monk is a crowning achievement for him, which it is a fantastic accomplishment. He is emphasizing the value of presenting youths to the music of Monk, and how satisfying it can be. He is recommending that it is a fantastic accomplishment to get a twelve year-old to listen to Monk, and that it is better than money.
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