Artie Shaw
1910 - 2004
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Quotes
Biography
Artie Shaw was an American clarinetist, composer, and bandleader who was highly regarded for his contributions to the jazz and swing music genres. Born in 1910, Shaw rose to prominence during the 1930s and 1940s as one of the leading figures in the big band era. He was known for his virtuosic clarinet playing and innovative approach to arranging music. Shaw's band achieved great success with hits like 'Begin the Beguine' and 'Frenesi'. Despite his short-lived career as a bandleader, Artie Shaw made a lasting impact on the music world with his distinctive style and technical prowess.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Success is a journey, not a destination. The doing is often more important than the outcome.
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Music is your own experience, your own thoughts, your wisdom. If you don't live it, it won't come out of your horn. They teach you there's a boundary line to music. But, man, there's no boundary line to art.
3
I'm an introvert at heart... And show business – even though I've loved it so – is not me.
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When the music changes, so does the dance.
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The great thing about the arts is that you can't really fail - you can only fail to progress.