I am attracted only to music which I consider to be better than it can be performed.
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I don't think I handle the notes much differently from other pianists. But the pauses between the notes - ah, there is where the artistry lies!!Artur Schnabel
Sunshine can burn you, food can poison you, words can condemn you, pictures can insult you music cannot punish -- only bless.
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The notes I handle no better than many pianists. But the pauses between the notes ah, that is where the art resides.
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The sonatas of Mozart are unique they are too easy for children, and too difficult for artists.
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I know two kinds of audiences only - one coughing, and one not coughing.
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I am the only person here who is enjoying this, and I get the money; they pay and have to suffer.
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