It is not hard to compose, but what is fabulously hard is to leave the superfluous notes under the table.
Johannes BrahmsHow lucky is the man who, like Mozart and others, goes to the tavern of an evening and writes some fresh music. For he lives while he is creating.
Johannes BrahmsOne should never forget that by actually perfecting one piece one gains and learns more than by starting or half-finishing a dozen.
Johannes BrahmsThe fact that most people do not understand and respect the very best things, such as Mozart's concertos, is what permits men like us to become famous.
Johannes Brahms