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.
Virgil ThomsonIn Paris, you learn wit, in London you learn to crush your social rivals, and in Florence you learn poise.
Virgil ThomsonThe 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.
Virgil Thomson