Herbie Mann Quotes

A collection of quotes by Herbie Mann.

Herbie Mann was an American jazz flautist and composer, born Herbert Jay Solomon on April 16, 1930, in Brooklyn, New York. He is considered one of the pioneers of jazz flute playing and played a significant role in popularizing the instrument both in jazz and Latin music.

Mann's musical journey began during his early years when he received his first clarinet as a gift. Later on, he switched to the flute, which became his signature instrument. Inspired by the jazz greats of his time, such as Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie, Mann developed a unique style characterized by his rich tone and innovative improvisational skills.

In the 1950s, Mann played with various jazz groups, including those led by Mat Mathews and Johnny Richards. His breakthrough came in the early 1960s with the release of several successful albums that fused jazz with Latin and Brazilian rhythms. Some of his most notable works from this period include "The Bossa Nova Years" and "Do the Bossa Nova with Herbie Mann."

Throughout his career, Herbie Mann collaborated with numerous renowned musicians, including Chick Corea, Phil Woods, and Sonny Sharrock. Moreover, he actively explored different musical genres, incorporating elements of rock, funk, and world music into his compositions. His versatility and adventurous spirit led to the creation of a vast discography that spans over five decades.

Herbie Mann's contribution to jazz and his innovative approach to the flute have left an indelible mark on the genre. He passed away on July 1, 2003, but his music continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.

Music allows the great opportunity to play with people who t

Music allows the great opportunity to play with people who turned you on and you love.

Herbie Mann

Music Love People Opportunity

I recently formed a foundation to raise awareness for prosta

I recently formed a foundation to raise awareness for prostate cancer. I feel it's very necessary that men be more aware about prostate cancer and their health in general.

Herbie Mann

Health

But when I first got cancer, after the initial shock and the

But when I first got cancer, after the initial shock and the fear and paranoia and crying and all that goes with cancer - that word means to most people ultimate death - I decided to see what I could do to take that negative and use it in a positive way.

Herbie Mann

Positive

The reality is that what you find out is that your head is t

The reality is that what you find out is that your head is the medicine. If your head is not in the right place and you don't think positively, all the medicine technology in the world is not going to work.

Herbie Mann

Technology