Quotes by Artur Schnabel

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Artur Schnabel is of the complete Beethoven piano sonatas; recorded between 1932 and 1935, it is the first recording ever made of the complete cycle of 32 sonatas, leading Harold C. Schonberg to refer to Schnabel as "the man who invented Beethoven".
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The notes I handle no better than many pianists. But the pauses between the notes ah, that is where the art resides.

Artur Schnabel

I am the only person here who is enjoying this, and I get the money; they pay and have to suffer.

Artur Schnabel

I don't think I handle the notes much differently from other pianists. But the pauses between the notes - ah, there is where the artistry lies!!

Artur Schnabel

I know two kinds of audiences only - one coughing, and one not coughing.

Artur Schnabel

When a piece gets difficult, make faces.

Artur Schnabel

The notes I handle no better than many pianists. But the pauses between the notes - ah, that is where the art resides.

Artur Schnabel

The notes I can handle no better than many pianists. But the pauses between the notes-ah, that is where the art resides.

Artur Schnabel

Author Bio

  • NameArtur Schnabel
  • DescriptionAustrian pianist
  • BornApril 17, 1882
  • DiedAugust 15, 1951
  • CountryAustria
  • ProfessionComposer; Pianist; Music Educator