Quotes of Count Basie

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I, of course, wanted to play real jazz. When we played pop tunes, and naturally we had to, I wanted those pops to kick! Not loud and fast, understand, but smoothly and with a definite punch.

- Count Basie

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“ I miss your voice because it is a symphony; your scent because it is a treasure; your smile because it is a jewel; your hug because it is a masterpiece; and your kiss because it is a miracle. ”

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- Francois De La Rochefoucauld

“ If you love me as you say you do,' she whispered, 'make it so that I am at peace. ”

- Leo Tolstoy

“ A heart filled with anger has no room for love. ”

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“ Don't be pushed by your problems;be led by your dreams. Believe in you. ”

- Vasso Charalambous

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- Charles Dickens

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- Confucius

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- Dalai Lama XIV

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- Confucius

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- Emily Dickinson

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