A liberal is a man or a woman or a child who looks forward to a better day, a more tranquil night, and a bright, infinite future.

When I am with composers, I say I am a conductor. When I am with conductors, I say I am a composer.

Life without music is unthinkable.

I'm no longer quite sure what the question is, but I do know that the answer is Yes.

From New Year's on the outlook brightens; good humor lost in a mood of failure returns. I resolve to stop complaining.

It is hard to think of another composer who so perfectly marries form and passion.

I've been all over the world and I've never seen a statue of a critic.