In the nineteenth century the more grandiose word inspiration began to replace the word idea in the arts.
Lukas FossThere is another interesting paradox here: by immersing ourselves in what we love, we find ourselves. We do not lose ourselves. One does not lose one's identity by falling in love.
Lukas FossI still do not know where the notes will come from when I accept a commission for a new work.
Lukas FossIf one uses music that one does not really love, then one will not succeed in making it one's own.
Lukas Foss