Study Bach. There you will find everything.

What would become of all historical biography if it was written only with consideration for other peoples' feelings?

If we cannot write with the beauty of Mozart, let us at least try to write with his purity.

To follow in Beethoven's footsteps transcends one's strength.

Without craftsmanship, inspiration is a mere reed shaken in the wind.

Never criticize the composition of a Royal Highness. You never know who may have written it.

The idea comes to me from outside of me - and is like a gift. I then take the idea and make it my own - that is where the skill lies.