The first requirement for a composer is to be dead.

The public doesn't want new music; the main thing it demands of a composer is that he be dead.

The modern composer is a madman who persists in manufacturing an article which nobody wants.

Composing is not a profession. It is a maniaa harmless madness.

I have always loved locomotives passionately. For me they are living creatures and I love them as others love women or horses.

Music is geometry in time.

The public doesn't want new music the main thing that it demands of a composer is that he be dead.

Pets reflect you like mirrors. When you are happy, you can see your dog smiling and when you are sad, your cat cries.

Where are the coconut trees bowing allegiance to the wind, the wide open spaces, the verdant green fields?

Peace is a natural effect of trade.

I had never thought of advertising as a life work, though I had on the side, written some very successful copy.

I know enough of God to want to know more.

I think people's soul - I think you can kind of see it - there's what they say and there's what they do.

The woman who truly intends to live a good life is already living phenomenally since intent is part of the achievement.

I cannot belong to a nonprofit organization because when you receive grants, you have to make such great compromises with your artistic plans.

Make no display of your talents or attainments; for every one will clearly see, admire, and acknowledge them, so long as you cover them with the beautiful veil of modesty

As a samurai, I must strengthen my character; as a human being I must perfect my spirit