The memory of things gone is important to a jazz musician.
Meaning of the quote
A jazz musician needs to remember and think about the music from the past. This helps them play their own music better and in a more meaningful way. The experiences and sounds they've heard before are an important part of how they create new jazz music.
About Louis Armstrong
Louis Armstrong was a legendary American trumpeter and vocalist who was among the most influential figures in jazz. His career spanned five decades, and he received numerous accolades, including a Grammy Award and inductions into several music halls of fame. Armstrong’s best known songs include “What a Wonderful World” and “Hello, Dolly!”, and he collaborated with other famous musicians like Ella Fitzgerald.
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