I think it was a natural step to start recording my own music.

- Mccoy Tyner

My mother gave me a choice. She said, 'Would you like to take singing lessons or piano.' I'm glad I chose piano.

- Mccoy Tyner

I really do enjoy accompanying people - it's a challenge and a joy when you get it right.

- Mccoy Tyner

I try not to look back too much, but sometimes it's nice to reflect.

- Mccoy Tyner

With all the travelling and performing I've been doing, it's hard to find time to practice! But seriously, I probably did most of my practicing when …

- Mccoy Tyner

Sometimes it's nice to try different instruments because they have a different sound to offer and therefore your approach changes a little bit. But, …

- Mccoy Tyner

You have to listen to what someone is doing and help them get to where they want to go, musically speaking. I play a supporting role if someone else …

- Mccoy Tyner

I'll just try to keep my mind open to whatever comes my way.

- Mccoy Tyner

To me living and music are all the same thing. And I keep finding out more about music as I learn more about myself, my environment, about all kinds …

- Mccoy Tyner