I'm now doing three things: concerts, conducting, and teaching, and they each support each other. I learn to see things from different perspectives and listen with different ears. The most important thing that you need to do is really listen.

..I heard Ori Kam and was deeply impressed with his achievements as a violist. His technical and interpretive skills are truly unique. I see a great future for him.

Life is not as easy as it could be for a person with a disability.

Never miss an opportunity to teach; when you teach others, you teach yourself.

If you play something well, I don't care what it is. I mean, I don't play an electric [violin] - I tried. It's actually interesting.

Competition can be the most nerve-racking experience. Some people just thrive on it.

I listen to kids play a lot.