I've never known a musician who regretted being one. Music itself is not going to let you down.

I never learned to verbalize an abstract musical concept. No thank you. The whole point of being a serious musician is to avoid verbalization whenever you can.

In Paris, you learn wit, in London you learn to crush your social rivals, and in Florence you learn poise.

Verbal communication about music is impossible except among musicians.

The way to write American music is simple. All you have to do is be an American and then write any kind of music you wish.

Whatever deceptions life may have in store for you, music itself is not going to let you down.

Try a thing you haven't done three times. Once, to get over the fear of doing it. Twice, to learn how to do it. And a third time to figure out whether you like it or not.