Ahmad Jamal
1930
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Biography
Ahmad Jamal is an American jazz pianist, composer, and educator who has been influential in the development of jazz music since the 1950s. Known for his minimalist approach and innovative use of space and silence in his playing, Jamal has built a distinguished career with a unique style that has left a lasting impact on the jazz genre. He has released numerous albums and performed around the world, earning critical acclaim for his innovative techniques and improvisational skills.
Famous Quotes (5)
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I think music is the most phenomenal platform for intellectual thought.
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Silence is so accurate.
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Music touches your soul. It has the ability to transport you to another time and place.
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Improvisation is the ability to create something musical on the spot.
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You can spend years and years trying to figure out how to be original, or different. Or you can do it in seconds.