Robert Schumann Quotes

Robert Schumann — German Composer born on January 08, 1810, died on July 29, 1856

Robert Schumann was a German composer and influential music critic. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest composers of the Romantic era. Schumann left the study of law, intending to pursue a career as a virtuoso pianist. He had been assured by his teacher Friedrich Wieck that he could become the finest pianist in Europe, but a hand injury ended this dream. Schumann then focused his musical energies on composing... (wikipedia)

To send light into the darkness of men's hearts - such is the duty of the artist.

I am so fresh in soul and spirit that life gushes and bubbles around me in a thousand springs.

If we were all determined to play the first violin we should never have an ensemble. therefore, respect every musician in his proper place.

My indifference to money and my spendthrift ways are disgraceful. You have no idea how reckless I am; how often I practically throw money out of the window. I am always making good resolutions, but the next minute I forget and give the waiter eightpence.

Thus it is ever in life. The aims we once pursued no longer satisfy us; we aim, we strive, we aspire, until sight fails, and mind and body find rest in the grave.

Robert Schumann Quotes

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