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“Well, I'd say that I'm mostly drawn to people who are genuine and willing to take a step to the unknown. So when I play with these people, usually there's this sense of that 'yes, we are doing it together right at this moment without any agenda' feeling which is so exciting! It means that there is this sense of trust, that whatever I throw in the music that's happening, they will make it work and send something to work with in my direction. Hopefully they feel the same about me.”

Quote by Okkyung Lee

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Born in 1975, Okkyung Lee is a Korean-American jazz saxophonist and composer known for her unique musical style that blends jazz, classical, and improvisational elements. She is renowned for her distinctive playing techniques and rich musical language. more

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