Just because I'm playing jazz I don't forget about me. I play or write me, the way I feel, through jazz, or whatever.
Charles MingusRead
Let my children have music! Let them hear live music.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of exposing children to music and its live performance.
Charles Mingus advocates for the exposure of children to music, particularly live music, as an essential part of their upbringing. He believes that experiencing music in its authentic form enriches their lives and fosters a deep appreciation for this art form, which can influence their creativity and emotional development.
Themes
MusicChildrenLive PerformanceArtCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
A teacher could use this quote to encourage a school music program.
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