Famous quote by George Shearing

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Perfect retention. I dont think I could do that-Ive never disciplined myself to do it.I suppose a lot of it is a questio
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"Perfect retention. I don't think I could do that-I've never disciplined myself to do it.I suppose a lot of it is a question of discipline. Which improvisation is not"

- George Shearing

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This quote by George Shearing talks to the value of technique in attaining perfection. He recognizes that best retention is something he has not had the ability to do, likely due to a lack of self-control. He suggests that technique is a vital factor in achieving perfection, which improvisation does not require the same degree of self-control. This suggests that improvisation is a more imaginative and also spontaneous procedure, while ideal retention needs a more organized as well as self-displined method. Shearing's quote highlights the relevance of technique in achieving perfection, and the difference in between improvisation and also perfect retention. It additionally works as a suggestion that discipline is a needed component of success.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by George Shearing somewhere between August 13, 1919 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from United Kingdom. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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