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“My goal is to live the truly religious life, and express it in my music. If you live it, when you play there's no problem because the music is part of the whole thing. To be a musician is really something. It goes very, very deep. My music is the spiritual expression of what I am - my faith, my knowledge, my being.”

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John Coltrane
John Coltrane

John Coltrane was an American jazz saxophonist and composer known for his unique musical style and significant contributions to jazz. His career spanned the mid-20th century, profoundly influencing later jazz musicians. more

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