Stan Getz Quotes

A collection of quotes by Stan Getz.

Stan Getz (1927-1991) was a renowned American jazz saxophonist. Known for his warm tone and lyrical improvisation, Getz rose to prominence in the 1940s with his distinctive playing style. He achieved international success with the bossa nova genre in the 1960s, particularly with his iconic collaboration with Brazilian musician João Gilberto on the hit album "Getz/Gilberto," which featured the timeless classic "The Girl from Ipanema." Over his remarkable career, he recorded numerous albums and remained an influential figure in jazz until his passing. Stan Getz's legacy continues to inspire generations of jazz musicians to this day.

Life is too full of distractions nowadays. When I was a kid

Life is too full of distractions nowadays. When I was a kid we had a little Emerson radio and that was it. We were more dedicated. We didn't have a choice.

Stan Getz