Every jazz musician should understand the vocabulary of jazz. Analyzing solos is like taking a master class from some of the greatest musicians of all times. Play through their solos and find licks that you like.

Play them, memorize them, and then learn them in all 12 keys. This way no matter what song you are plying you can throw in these ideas. Good licks should be like tools in your toolbox. Always have the right tool for the job!