If one had to single out the most revolutionary novelty furnished by Qumran, its contribution to our understanding of the genesis of Jewish literary compositions could justifiably be our primary choice. Geza Vermes
For it is a plain fact that, most certainly in the West, the writings, works of art, musical compositions which are of central reference, comport that which is "grave and constant" (Joyce's epithets) in the mystery of our condition. George Steiner
Let your literary compositions be kept from the public eye for nine years at least. Horace
The piano plays a central role in Prokofiev's oeuvre. Not only are his works for piano solo or piano with orchestra numerous, but they also rank among his more important compositions. The piano was the first instrument Prokofiev heard and the only one he mastered. Boris Berman
Prokofiev was especially active as a pianist during his years in the United States. The titles of numerous reviews seem to refer as much to his compositions as to his performances: "A titan of a pianist,” "Volcanic eruption at the keyboard,” "Russian chaos in music,” among others. Boris Berman
These little compositions are the expression of my happiness and that is why perhaps I am particularly fond of them. Amrita Sher-Gil