I produce music as an apple tree produces apples.

The artist who does not feel completely satisfied by elegant lines, by harmonious colors, and by a beautiful succession of chords does not understand the art of music.

There is nothing more difficult than talking about music.

One must practice slowly, then more slowly, and finally slowly.

What gives Bach and Mozart a place apart is that these two great expressive composers never sacrificed form to expression.

I like good company, but I like hard work still better.

Give Mozart a fairy tale and he creates without effort an immortal masterpiece.

Your Eyes, they talk to the Soul!

Repentance is not so much remorse for what we have done as the fear of the consequences.

Climb aboard life's elevator, hit the "up" button, and see where it takes you.

Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat them.

I think if education was celebrated in pop culture, wed live in a better place.

Allow yourself to lose your way.

I was making films when I was about 12 years old - Super-8 films.

Criminal court is where bad people are on their best behavior. It's much more dangerous for lawyers and judges in family court, where good people are at their worst.

The salability of an item can often be improved while the value itself remains unchanged.

Writing is an exercise in sculpture, chipping away at the rock until you find the nose.