Forget the physical . . .
“Creativity Is In The Ears . . . Not The Fingers ”- Martan Mann
Music Quotes
“It Takes A Lot Of Intelligence To Be Free ”- Martan Mann
Use all your intelligence . . . all the time.
“Always Listen For Great Tone ”- Martan Mann
Project your mind/hearing into the instrument.
“Life Is Good When You Are In The Pocket ”- Martan Mann
Great time is such a joy.
“Impressing Others Is Not The Goal Of Jazz ”- Martan Mann
Why even try?
“Confidence Comes From Knowing That The Ideas Will Come ”- Martan Mann
Trust in the creative spirit.
“When It’s Your Turn to Solo . . . Take Your Time ”- Martan Mann
Don’t play it all in the beginning.
“When Soloing, Take A Step Back . . . Then Move Forward ”- Martan Mann
Take your time . . . build your solos.
“Comping Is Surfing ”- Martan Mann
Ride the waves . . .
“Recreate When Remembering ”- Martan Mann
Play all ideas fresh.