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Rick Beato did an excellent interview with Keith Jarrett, providing nice background on Keith and jazz. Keith’s reactions to listening to his old piano performances are amazing to witness.

I came across Keith Jarrett’s albums when I was in university and have been a fan since. Tim Harford talked about how he turned an unplayable piano into one of the best live performances in Koln.

Keith: Once I was working on some piece and I said, I don’t think I can play this. It’s too hard.

Keith’s mom: Can you play the first note?

Keith: Yes

Keith’s mom: Can you play the second note?

Keith: Yes

Keith’s mom: Then you can play it.

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