Eunice Kathleen Waymon (Nina Simone) Quotes

Once I understood Bach's music, I wanted to be a concert pianist. Bach made me dedicate my life to music, and it was that teacher who introduced me to his world.

Eunice Kathleen Waymon

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• Teacher
• Pianist
• Introduced
• Bach

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  • Music
  • Teacher
  • Pianist