Gustav Mahler Quotes

A collection of quotes by Gustav Mahler.

Gustav Mahler (1860-1911) was an Austrian composer and conductor. He is widely regarded as one of the most important figures in late Romantic music. Mahler's compositions, often symphonies or song cycles, pushed the boundaries of traditional orchestration and structure, incorporating diverse musical styles and themes. As a conductor, he served as the director of prestigious opera houses and orchestras across Europe, leaving a significant influence on the interpretation of both classical and contemporary works. Mahler's emotionally charged and introspective music continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

The point is not to take the world's opinion as a guiding st

The point is not to take the world's opinion as a guiding star but to go one's way in life and working unerringly, neither depressed by failure nor seduced by applause.

I hope you will no longer accuse me of a lack of delicacy. a

I hope you will no longer accuse me of a lack of delicacy. as I now count on your understanding.

With the coming of spring, I am calm again.

With the coming of spring, I am calm again.

Nature Spring Calm

The impressions of the spriritual experiences gave my future

The impressions of the spriritual experiences gave my future life its form and content.

The real art of conducting consists in transitions.

The real art of conducting consists in transitions.

Beauty and fullness of tone can be achieved by having the wh

Beauty and fullness of tone can be achieved by having the whole orchestra play with high clarinets and a carefully selected number of piccolos.

If a composer could say what he had to say in words he would

If a composer could say what he had to say in words he would not bother trying to say it in music.