Philosophical
What if mistakes aren't the problem?
In jazz, musicians play thousands of notes in a single set. Some land perfectly. Some don't. Miles Davis noticed something about the ones that don't: the "wrong" note isn't the mistake. What you play next is what decides everything.
Do not fear mistakes. There are none.— Miles Davis
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The thinker
Jazz Pioneer & Musical Rebel
Miles Davis (1926-1991) was one of the most influential musicians in jazz history, known for constantly reinventing his sound and pushing the boundaries of improvisation.
Based on Miles Davis on Improvisation and Music, summarised and reframed by Insights.
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