It is not a profession to be a pianist and musician. It is a philosophy, a conception of life that cannot be based on good intentions or natural tale…

- Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli

Bad music disturbs me, but wonderful music disturbs me even more.

- Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli

Music is a right, but only for those who deserve it!

- Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli