You should neither play bad compositions, nor, unless compelled, listen to them.

Talent works, genius creates.

If we were all determined to play the first violin we should never have an ensemble. therefore, respect every musician in his proper place.

Perhaps only a Genius can truly understand Genius.

You write to become immortal, or because the piano happens to be open, or you've looked into a pair of beautiful eyes.

When you play, do not trouble yourself as to who is listening. Yet always play as though a master listened to you.

Play always as if in the presence of a master.