My symphonies would have reached Opus 100 if I had but written them down... Sometimes I am so full of music, and so overflowing with melody, that I find it simply impossible to write down anything. — Robert Schumann Copy Share Image
“By means of industry and perseverance you will rise higher and higher.” — Robert Schumann Copy Share
A fiery, good beginner always stands higher than a master in mediocrity... — Robert Schumann Copy Share
You should neither play bad compositions, nor, unless compelled, listen to them. — Robert Schumann Copy Share
If, while at the piano, you attempt to form little melodies, that is very well; but if they come into your mind of themselves,… — Robert Schumann Copy Share
Art was not created as a way to riches. Strive to become a true artist; all else will take care of itself. — Robert Schumann Copy Share
Music - so different from painting - is the art which we enjoy most in company with others. A symphony, presented in a room… — Robert Schumann Copy Share
Believe me, were I ever to accomplish anything, it would be in music, which has always attracted me; and, without overestimating myself, I am… — Robert Schumann Copy Share
We shouldn't repeat the same for ages on end, but look into the new as well. — Robert Schumann Copy Share
The poet sees better than other mortals. I do not see things as they are, but according to my own subjective impression, and this… — Robert Schumann Copy Share
That first concept is alway the most naturally and best. The mind errs, the emotion never. — Robert Schumann Copy Share
