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I tend to avoid writing music about initial reactions to situations, like frustration or anger. I’d rather wait till I go through the problem, and write about the learning that took place.
Yanni
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Yanni
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: November 14
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Giannis Chrysomallis
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You have to give up some of the old so that you can make room for the new.
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You need a mind open to possibility, conditioned to love the creative spirit we all have inside ourselves.
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A simple life is good with me. I don't need a whole lot. For me, a T-shirt, a pair of shorts, barefoot on a beach and I'm happy.
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We're all capable if we have faith and passion.
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