Quotes from Yusef Lateef

External instruments are only extensions of the biological instrument.

When the soul looks out of its body, it should see only beauty in its path. These are the sights we must hold in mind, in order to move to a higher place.

When the soul looks out of its body, it should see only beauty in its path. These are the sights we must hold in mind, in order to move to a higher place.

My music is jazz.

The fact is ones own voice is not heard anywhere else. Its a challenge to be yourself. It takes a lot of courage.