CLEAN : Jazz legend Monty Alexander brings groove to Montreux

The speaker reflects on their 40-year journey in music, expressing gratitude for the enduring excitement of sharing music. They recount personal experiences and influential figures like Claude Nobs, Duke Ellington, and Frank Sinatra, who supported their career. The speaker emphasizes the personal nature of music and plans to perform a piece they played 40 years ago, incorporating both classic and Jamaican rhythms.

What has remained constant for the speaker over the past 40 years?

• The desire to change careers

• The preference for solo performances

• The excitement of making and sharing music

• The need to travel less

Who invited the speaker to events multiple times?

• Miles Davis

• Duke Ellington

• Claude Nobs

• Frank Sinatra

Which two famous musicians helped the speaker stay in America?

• Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald

• Duke Ellington and Frank Sinatra

• Benny Goodman and Count Basie

• Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie

What new element does the speaker incorporate into their music after 40 years?

• Electronic dance beats

• Traditional folk tunes

• Jamaican Yard roots rhythm

• Classical symphonies

How does the speaker describe their current music performance compared to 40 years ago?

• Exactly the same as before

• A completely different genre

• An evolved interpretation with new elements

• Focused solely on classical music