When jazz is played in another nation, it is called American. When it is played in another country, it sounds false. Jazz is the result of the energy….

Jazz I regard as an American folk music; not the only one, but a very powerful one which is probably in the blood and feeling of the American people ….

Not many composers have ideas. Far more of them know how to use strange instruments which do not require ideas..

Jazz is one of the best things that you can find in your life, it can always be your friend..