43 Quotes by Jason Becker

I am mostly a positive person and I think I always have been.

I got my first guitar for Christmas when I was five years old.

I still have downs and get depressed, but I try not to dwell too much on being negative because it always passes and there is still so much to do.

It is just satisfying to think that, somehow, my music and my story could touch someone and make them want to make their own life better.

I spend time editing and massaging each note. Then I start layering with different instruments, adding harmonies, counterpoint, and whatever the song calls for. Then I arrange it into a whole piece, and decide where I need to add live musicians. It takes a lot of time, but it is very satisfying once it is complete.

I have survived ALS to continue my work as a musician and composer for 28 years due to the care I receive through insurance and Medicaid. Without these supports, my family can flatout not manage my care, and my life and career will be in serious jeopardy.

I am not a perfect saint, by any means.

I had been exposed to classical music my whole life; even before I was born.

I guess I just love all kinds of music.