Riccardo Muti Quotes & Sayings

Nobility of spirit has more to do with simplicity than ostentation, wisdom rather than wealth, commitment rather than ambition. — Riccardo Muti

The conductor's stand is not a continent of power, but rather an island of solitude. — Riccardo Muti

A conductor should guide rather than command. — Riccardo Muti

I don't want to bother them and ruin the party they are preparing so carefully at La Scala. — Riccardo Muti

Music does not know the difference between people; it only speaks to their hearts. It is the only form of communication that can bring this terrible world together. — Riccardo Muti

I have closed that page of my life without rancor. I do not disown any of the work done. — Riccardo Muti

It is extraordinary to have time to again study Le nozze di Figaro and discover new things. — Riccardo Muti

I'm not shy in the spotlight. I might seem austere and even arrogant, but far from it, I'm actually shy. — Riccardo Muti

The moment you think you have charisma, you are finished. — Riccardo Muti

You have to channel the interpretation and performance into 100 people. And with the audience, the critics. — Riccardo Muti

You have to be able to enthral and persuade at the same time. — Riccardo Muti