Taking drugs to overcome nerves is the thin edge of the wedge going in there.

I do not consider my self as having mastered the flute, but I get a real kick out of trying.

Being unprepared heightens nerves.

Running through things because you are familiar with them, breeds routine and this is the seed of boredom.

Everyone who plays the flute should learn singing.

The quickest way to unlock your talent is to take the flute out of the box.

I think it is most important for a teacher to play the pieces and studies that are being played by the student.

Yes indeed I have gained a lot out of playing scales and etudes.

Never just run through a study because you happen to be familiar with it, but use it to see what you can get from it on this new day which has been granted you.

It is normal to be nervous.

Control of vibrato helps your musical expression.

There's no way to be a Christian at home by yourself.

Access to unlimited funds by a government, not surprisingly, leads to an unlimited government.

The moral purpose of every human life should be to attain happiness through service to humanity.

Fiction makes your dreams come true, and, as a writer, fiction allows you to delve into the area of miracles.

When there is a crisis, that's when some are interested in getting out and that's when we are interested in getting in.

Nothing is to be clung to as I, me or mine

The author knows just what he wants to illustrate and how he would like it to be done.

Make friends. Be a leader. Kiss butts if you have to, but if the other guys despise you-you know what I mean?

Depending on the story, I don't feel that the music is disappearing. I feel if the story demands songs, they'll have songs. If it doesn't demand songs, you'll have underscore.

I own your pleasure," I whispered into his mouth. "I'll take it if you won't give it to me.