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!!

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!!

Applause is a receipt, not a bill.

The notes I handle no better than many pianists. But the pauses between the notes --ah, that is where the art resides.

I know two kinds of audiences only - one coughing, and one not coughing.

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!!