There are three Bachs. Johann, Sebastian and Offen.

Always remember to forget the things that made you sad, but never forget to remember the things that made you glad.

The essence of a general's job is to assist in developing a clear sense of purpose . to keep the junk from getting in the way of important things.

Laughter is the closest distance between two people.

I learned to play the piano on my mother's knee - that was before we got a piano.

That's why I've never thought of retiring because I do it all the time whether on the stage or off. I found that in a precarious situation, a smile is the shortest distance between people. When one needs to reach out for sympathy or a link with people, what better way is there?

In my dreams of Heaven, I always see the great Masters gathered in a huge hall in which they all reside. Only Mozart has his own suite.