Johannes BrahmsThinkers

The Artist is merely the sound conduct of a Force that dictates to him what he should do.

Craftsmanship is that without which inspiration is a mere reed shaken in the wind.

Fame is given to the wrong people. The fact that most people do not understand and respect the very best things, such as Mozart's concertos, is what permits men like us to become famous.

Finishing is of great value. By actually perfecting one piece one gains and learns more than by starting or half-finishing a dozen.

Immortality is to be found in but one place, in one's children.

Inspiration is a mere reed shaken in the wind without craftsmanship.

Johann Sebastian Bach is to be studied. There you will find everything.

Ludwig van Beethoven is of such greatness that even to follow in his footsteps transcends one's strength.

A Symphony is no joke.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's beauty we cannot attain, but let us at least try to write with his purity.