I have music in my brain all the time, all sorts.

I have loved Elliott Carter's music for many years.

Music is not a profession. Music is a way of life - one that requires much professionalism.

When playing music, it is possible to achieve a unique sense of peace.

I cannot be music director at La Scala and at Staatsoper. This would be unfair to one of the two institutions.

We need to take music out of the ivory tower - both for musicians and for the public. Otherwise, classical music will not survive the 21st century.