I never conduct any of the ballets I conducted for the Ballets Russes, without my mind's eye being completely aware of the dancers. - Pierre Monteux

I have always felt rather badly for orchestra musicians, especially the stringed instrument player who certainly in his youth expected to be a virtuoso… I admire their patience and ability, and through the years have made the effort to show them my respect and – love in many instances.

Now that was very impressive. But before you try to impress the ladies in the balcony, make sure the horns come in.

I regret they don't have symphony orchestras all over the world so I could see Burma and Samarkand.