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You can time a part perfectly and play it badly. And some people have very individual offbeat timing, which is their own
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"You can time a part perfectly and play it badly. And some people have very individual offbeat timing, which is their own. It works simply because they are who they are"

- Alan Bates

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This quote by Alan Bates talks to the significance of private expression in music. He is saying that even if you can time a part completely, it doesn't necessarily indicate that you are playing it well. He is stressing the importance of individual expression in music, and how some individuals have their own special offbeat timing that works for them since it is a reflection of who they are. He is suggesting that it is very important to be true to yourself and your own style when playing music, as it is the only method to genuinely reveal yourself. He is likewise suggesting that it is very important to be available to different styles of timing and expression, as it can assist to create an unique and interesting sound. Ultimately, Alan Bates is highlighting the value of private expression in music, and how it is necessary to be real to yourself and your own design.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Alan Bates between February 17, 1934 and December 27, 2003. He was a famous Actor from United Kingdom. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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