“Preparing to improvise is at a level commensurate with mastering the structure in a European classical piece. Another way to define improvisation is spontaneous melody. In order to improvise, a player first needs to have memorized and analyzed the harmonic structure of so many pieces.”
Quote by Jimmy Heath
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Jimmy Heath
Jimmy Heath, born on October 25, 1926, is an outstanding saxophonist. His musical career began in the 1940s, during which he collaborated with many famous jazz musicians. Heath is known for his unique playing style and contributions to jazz. more