The spirit can assert itself only through the medium of clear form.
I hope you will no longer accuse me of a lack of delicacy. as I now count on your understanding.
It is easier to achieve a desired result in short pieces.
Melodic invention is one of the surest signs of a divine gift.
Beauty and fullness of tone can be achieved by having the whole orchestra play with high clarinets and a carefully selected number of piccolos.
If you think you're boring your audience, go slower not faster.