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Risk is at the heart of jazz. Every note we play is a risk
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"Risk is at the heart of jazz. Every note we play is a risk"

- Steve Lacy

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This quote by Steve Lacy talks to the inherent threat that features playing jazz music. Jazz is a category of music that is based on improvisation and experimentation, and as such, it requires artists to take risks with their playing. Every note that is played is a threat, as it might cause a terrific musical minute or it could result in an error. Taking dangers is important to jazz, as it enables musicians to check out originalities and push the boundaries of the category. Without danger, jazz would not be the lively and amazing category that it is today. Risk is at the heart of jazz, and it is what makes it so distinct and special.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Steve Lacy between July 23, 1934 and June 4, 2004. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 40 other quotes.

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