The best Quotes by James Levine

The best Quotes by James Levine

James Lawrence Levine (June 23, 1943 – March 9, 2021) was an American conductor and pianist. He was music director of the Metropolitan Opera from 1976 to 2016. He was terminated from all his positions and affiliations with the Met on March 12, 2018, over sexual misconduct allegations, which he denied.

Art has never been a popularity contest.
There is no relationship between the gestures and what an orchestra will do.
At my age, you are naturally inclined towards teaching.
I was lucky that I met the right mentors and teachers at the right moment.
We're in the midst of an evolution, not a revolution.
I thought I'd write one book and the world would change overnight
I have a big problem with conductors who gesture a lot.