Quotes by : Robert Schumann

Think it a vile habit to alter works of good composers, to omit parts of them, or to insert new-fashioned....

If we were all determined to play the first violin we should never have an ensemble. therefore, respect....

Play always as if in the presence of a master.

When you play, never mind who listens to you.

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

Remember, there are more people in the world than yourself. Be modest! You have not yet invented nor....

By means of industry and perseverance you will rise higher and higher.

If, while at the piano, you attempt to form little melodies, that is very well; but if they come into....

Without enthusiasm nothing great can be effected in art.

Look deeply into life, and study it as diligently as the other arts and sciences.