In its beginnings, music was merely chamber music, meant to be listened to in a small space by a small audience.

Never let oneself be guided by the opinion of one's contemporaries. Continue steadfastly on one's way.

When I have reached a summit, I leave it with great reluctance, unless it is to reach for another, higher one.

Fortunately, something always remains to be harvested. So let us not be idle.

I am hitting my head against the walls, but the walls are giving way.

There is a world of difference between a Mahler eighth note and a normal eighth note.

Beauty and fullness of tone can be achieved by having the whole orchestra play with high clarinets and a carefully selected number of piccolos.