Malcolm Arnold quotes

Malcolm Arnold was an English composer celebrated for his prolific output of symphonies, concertos, and film scores. His music is known for its vibrant melodies, expressive power, and accessibility to a wide audience. He became one of Britain's most influential composers in the 20th century, contributing greatly to both classical and popular music. Here are 3 of his quotes:

Although I enjoyed writing Film Music it was always a means to an end, in that it enabled me to keep a wife and family and write my classical music, which has always been my passion.

Malcolm Arnold

Although, I am proud of all my Symphonies as they all have something special to say, my particular favourite is the Fifth. As the great Mahler expert Donald Mitchell said that if Mahler had written another Symphony, it would have been my Fifth!

Malcolm Arnold