Phil Woods Quotes

"Even from those humble beginnings 30-some-odd years ago, we had great players," 
"The level of musicians is very elevated in this part of the world. Something in the water, I guess."
Phil Woods

"It's the only jazz festival around that was actually started by jazz musicians," 
"And I'd say it's the last real festival you can find around here. There are no corporate sponsorships, and no matter who you are, you get paid the same as everyone else."
Phil Woods (about COTA)