I don't know where there can be so many pianists as in Paris, so many asses and so many virtuosi.

Put all your soul into it, play the way you feel!

Simplicity is the final achievement. After one has played a vast quantity of notes and more notes, it is simplicity that emerges as the crowning reward of art.

I really don't know whether any place contains more pianists than Paris, or whether you can find more asses and virtuosos anywhere.

There are certain times when I feel more inspired, filled with a strong power that forces me to listen to my inner voice, and when I feel more need than ever for a Pleyel piano.

It is dreadful when something weighs on your mind, not to have a soul to unburden yourself to. You know what I mean. I tell my piano the things I used to tell you.

Simplicity is the highest goal, achievable when you have overcome all difficulties.