Virgil Thomson

“The way to write American music is simple. All you have to do is be an American and then write any kind of music you wish.”

“I've never known a musician who regretted being one. Whatever deceptions life may have in store for you, music itself is not going to let you down.”

“I have never known a musician who regretted being one. Whatever deceptions life may have in store for you, music itself is not going to let you down. ”