Stan Kenton quotes

Stan Kenton was an American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader celebrated for his innovative contributions to big band music. His progressive approach blended complex harmonies and bold orchestrations, influencing generations of jazz musicians. He remains a pivotal figure in the evolution of modern jazz orchestration and education. Here are 3 of his quotes:

Some of the wise boys who say my music is loud, blatant and that's all should see the faces of the kids who have driven a hundred miles through the snow to see the band... to stand in front of the bandstand in an ecstasy all their own.

Stan Kenton

I don't think you can replaces great themes. But I think people do want to hear fresh arrangements of them. They don't want to hear them played the same way all the time.

Stan Kenton