"My mom would give me a piece to play, but I wouldn't do any theory because when it came time to do it I would sneak back upstairs and watch TV. So, I had these kind of nonchalant lessons for years, then it just started soaking in"
- Vanessa Carlton
About this Quote
In this quote, singer-songwriter Vanessa Carlton reviews her childhood piano lessons with her mom. She admits that while her mother would offer her a piece to play, she would typically prevent doing any theory work by slipping upstairs to see TV. As a result, her lessons were not taken seriously and were rather casual. Nevertheless, with time, Carlton started to take in the musical understanding and skills without even realizing it. This shows that sometimes, finding out can occur in unexpected ways and through non-traditional methods. It likewise highlights the significance of persistence and patience in the learning process. In spite of her preliminary lack of interest, Carlton's musical capabilities eventually grew and led her to become a successful artist.
This quote is written / told by Vanessa Carlton somewhere between August 16, 1980 and today. She was a famous Musician from USA.
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