Andre Previn quotes

André Previn was a German-born conductor, pianist, and composer acclaimed for his versatility across classical, jazz, and film music. His career spanned Hollywood film studios, major symphony orchestras, and celebrated recording collaborations. He became renowned for bridging musical genres and inspiring new generations of musicians. Here are 5 of his quotes:

I don't even have a cell phone. I don't know how they work. (Andre Previn)
When I composed, I heard my music played by the orchestra within days of completion of the score. No master at a conservatory, no matter how revered, can teach as much by verbal criticism as can a cold and analytical hearing of one's own music being played. View quote
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A Beethoven symphony should be rehearsed like chamber music, only for a lot more people. View quote
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I have a great many shortcomings, but writing for something on time has never bothered me. View quote
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I've had the healthy and sobering experience of constantly working with music that is invariably better than any performance of it can be. View quote
Andre Previn

Andre Previn

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Photo: Steve Bowbrick (cropped - lossless - by HaeB), CC BY 2.0
Occupation: German Musician
Born: April 6, 1929
Died: February 28, 2019
Quotes count: 5

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