The memory of things gone is important to a jazz musician. Things like old folks singing in the moonlight in the back yard on a hot night or something said long ago.
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There is two kinds of music, the good, and the bad. I play the good kind.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Music can be classified as good or bad, and one's choice reflects personal taste and quality.
Louis Armstrong's quote suggests that music is not just a form of entertainment but a reflection of quality and taste. By stating that there are two kinds of music, he emphasizes the importance of choosing the 'good kind,' which resonates with values of artistry and authenticity in musical expression.
Themes
MusicGoodBadTasteArt
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a music appreciation class to highlight the distinction between quality in music.
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