To send light into the darkness of men's hearts - such is the duty of the artist. -Robert A. Schumann

 

To send light into the darkness of men's hearts - such is the duty of the artist.


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To compose music, all you have to do is remember a tune that nobody else has thought of.

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The study of the history of music and the hearing of masterworks of different epochs will quickly cure you of vanity and self-adoration.

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People compose for many reasons: to become immortal; because the pianoforte happens to be open; because they want to become a millionaire; because of the praise of friends; because they have looked into a pair of beautiful eyes; for no reason whatsoever.

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If we were all determined to play the first violin we should never have an ensemble. Therefore, respect every musician in his proper place.

Robert A. Schumann

Summit or death, either way, I win.

Robert A. Schumann