If you put your hand on the piano, you play a note. It’s in tune. But if you put it on the violin, maybe it is, maybe it isn’t. You have to figure it out. Itzhak Perlman Read Quote
I have always been very proud of my Jewish heritage, which has greatly influenced my music, my world view, and my work as an advocate for individuals whom society often leaves behind. Itzhak Perlman Read Quote
My experience with the Detroit Symphony has been musically very satisfying. They have a wonderful sound, which for me is one of the most important qualities in an orchestra. Itzhak Perlman Read Quote
The arts are part of the fiber of American society and should get Federal support. Itzhak Perlman Read Quote
Architects have to become more aware of exactly what is involved in designing barrier-free buildings and homes. Itzhak Perlman Read Quote
Life is always full of challenges. I believe you’re never happy unless you’re consistently making challenges for yourself. Itzhak Perlman Read Quote
Whenever I play recitals, the part where I talk about music and my experiences of music, audiences always like it. They feel more involved with an artist who talks to them. It’s a nice experience for me as well. Itzhak Perlman Read Quote
I say to string players in small chamber orchestras, ‘it’s always easy to become a passenger on the journey in sound, just adding volume to the whole. But if you play in an individual way, it makes the difference between good and great sound in an orchestra.’ Itzhak Perlman Read Quote
If you put four different people on a podium conducting the same downbeat, you get four different sounds. It’s a little mysterious and fascinating. There’s so much you can do with motions and body movements besides giving accurate beats. Itzhak Perlman Read Quote
