A Symphony Is No Joke.

A Symphony Is No Joke.

For The Shallow Delights Of Matrimony And Opera I Have No Courage.

Reviewer: 'one Of Your Themes Was Very Similar To One Of Beethoven's!' Brahms Replied, 'of Course It Is. Everyone Steals - The Important Thing Is To Do It Brilliantly.

My Things Really Are Written With An Appalling Lack Of Practicality!

What Would Become Of All Historical Biography If It Was Written Only With Consideration For Other Peoples' Feelings?