I never had any real expectations about what sort of success I would have or all the publicity.

We live in the least ugly time in history.

I don't listen to a lot of music when I have my free time. But I'll go to a jazz club and have a drink and listen to a good jazz musician. Or sometimes in the morning, if I want to put myself in a good mood, I'll put on some Latin music.

There's nothing more frustrating than seeing a conductor say, 'Play softer,' as they're waving their hands in huge gestures.

What drew me to the violin was mastering the instrument technically, which I'm continuing to do.

The best way to refine an interpretation is by getting out and performing.

I don't want to portray myself as a daredevil. I'm not at all.