Virgil Thomson Quotes
Top 16 wise famous quotes and sayings by Virgil Thomson
Virgil Thomson Famous Quotes & Sayings
Discover top inspirational quotes from Virgil Thomson on Wise Famous Quotes.
The 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.
A libretto that should never have been accepted on a subject that should never have been chosen bya man who should never have attempted it.
I listened to the pure crystalline notes of one of Mozart's concertos dropping at my feet like leaves from the trees.
I've never known a musician who regretted being one. Whatever deceptions life may have in store for you, music itself is not going to let you down.
In Paris, you learn wit, in London you learn to crush your social rivals, and in Florence you learn poise.
I seem to write an opera about every 20 years; if you live long enough you can write four operas. I finished my third in 1970.