"They were keen for me still to play the piano, which I was going to, but 45 minutes of piano would be extremely boring. I like a bit of light and shade"
- Keith Emerson
About this Quote
The quote by Keith Emerson is referring to his experience of playing the piano. He was asked to play the piano for a specific amount of time, however he felt that 45 minutes of playing the exact same instrument would be too long and boring. He wanted to add some range to his efficiency, so he decided to add some light and shade to his efficiency. This might suggest that he wished to add some different elements to his efficiency, such as playing different styles of music or including some improvisation. By adding light and shade to his efficiency, he had the ability to keep the audience engaged and amused. He had the ability to develop a more dynamic and interesting performance, which was more enjoyable for both himself and the audience.
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