Man is the only animal that strives to be more than he is....it is the indomitable spirit within that makes him human.

Liszt. This is Liszt. He's really a bad guy. It's really a bit scary. You're too nice.

My priority is to study new works.

I shall make classical music to be enjoyed and accepted by more people. I'll also play more Chinese songs on my albums.

The media is looking every season for a designer to tell a story. I have a long story I have to tell, continuing fluently year after year.

I like folk songs, but ten horses couldn't bring me to a concert or an opera.