Nothing is likely about masterpieces, least of all whether there will be any.
Conductors' careers are made for the most part with 'Romantic' music. 'Classic' music eliminates the conductor; we do not remember him in it.
Art postulates communion, and the artist has an imperative need to make others share the joy which he experiences himself.
My music is best understood by children and animals.
To continue in one path is to go backward.
My God, so much I like to drink Scotch that sometimes I think my name is Igor Stra-whiskey.