“Where your talents and the needs of the world cross, there lies your vocation.”

“Nature does nothing in vain. Therefore, it is imperative for persons to act in accordance with their nature and develop their latent talents, in order to be content and complete.”

“Whatever lies within our power to do lies also within our power not to do.”

“To lead an orchestra, you must turn your back on the crowd”

“Choice not chance determines your destiny[my family motto...credited to Aristotle]”

“Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice, not chance, determines your destiny.”

“Happiness does not lie in amusement; it would be strange if one were to take trouble and suffer hardship all one's life in order to amuse oneself”