“If listeners aren't carried away to Heaven, I'm failing.” — La Monte Young Quote

“If listeners aren't carried away to Heaven, I'm failing.”

“One of the aspects of form that I have been very interested in is stasis - the concept of form which is not so directional in time, not so much climactic form, but rather form which allows time, to stand still.”

“I have my own definition of minimalism, which is that which is created with a minimum of means.”

“Music is a very personal and emotional form of communication.”

“Conducting is about communication. You don't play any notes, but you communicate with the musicians.”

“I'm glad you asked that question, because of any musical situation I've been in, the communication feels great here with Russell. He really pays close attention to what I'm doing because he cares.”