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Patrice Rushen shares her artistic philosophy: Music comes first
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Grammy-nominated jazz pianist, R&B singer, and record producer Patrice Rushen shares her journey through the entertainment industry. She offers wisdom about musical versatility, artistic growth, and prioritizing musical excellence over fame-seeking. • Currently working on an orchestral commission for Juilliard Prep School and Interlochen while balancing performing and teaching • Grew up in Los Angeles with diverse musical influences including jazz, Latin, gospel, and reggae • Earth, Wind & Fire played at her high school prom just before they became famous • Received formative advice from Quincy Jones: "If you want to be a composer, you're going to have to be really, really, really good" •…