This, however, never stopped him from practicing and developing his skills to the utmost. This phenomenon was observed by many and led to a kind of blind imitation of both his style and approach. It is not possible to duplicate the spirituality that drove John Coltrane. It certainly is possible to be inspired by the man and his music and many were. But the important thing is for every artist to follow their own muse.
Music is many things to many people.
It can be a philosophy, a style, a way of life. Music, like all art, is never merely technical. Everything flows from your own heart. Many Buddhist sects use sound itself as a force for enlightenment. Playing music brings one closer to vibrations which is what our own essence is.