The sonatas of Mozart are unique; they are too easy for children, and too difficult for artists."

"Sunshine can burn you, food can poison you, words can condemn you, pictures can insult you; music cannot punish -- only bless."

I am attracted only to music which I consider to be better than it can be performed.

"The notes I handle no better than many pianists. But the pauses between the notes - ah, that is where the art resides."

"Applause is a receipt, not a bill."