Bryce Dessner

Composer

1976-04-23

Bryce Dessner is an American musician, composer, and producer.

Quotes by Bryce Dessner

I don't labour over my lead guitar solos; they're better just caught in the moment.
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For many people in the music conservatory world, the message was always, Focus! 'You can't do everything; you really need to specialize.' And especially at an early age, I ignored this advice.
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When I'm scoring something like a string quartet, it's all notated music, so it's meticulously written in the score, which is very different than doing things by ear.
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As much as you try to organize your life, life will surprise you.
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We all contribute to The National, and it's like a familiar family. Matt is dad, Brian's like the dark horse uncle, Scott's the long-suffering mum, and Aaron and I are the bratty twins.
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