Beauty is all about us, but how many are blind! They look at the wonder of this earth and seem to see nothing. People move hectically but give little thought to where they are going. They seek excitement ... as if they were lost and desperate.

You do not lose your value or preciousness when you grow to be a adult. You are still that miraculous creation. You must work, we must all work, to make the world worthy of its children.

Don't play the notes. Play the meaning of the notes.

The love of one's country is a splendid thing. But why should love stop at the border? There is a brotherhood among all men. This must be recognized if life is to remain. We must learn the love of man.

The only weapons I ever had were my cello and my baton.

The earth becomes heaven when you release your fear. The main thing in life is not to be afraid of being human.

The most perfect technique is that which is not noticed at all.