I said to my friends that if I was going to starve, I might as well starve where the food is good. — Virgil Thomson
In paris, you learn wit, in london you learn to crush your social rivals, and in florence you learn poise. — Virgil Thomson
Reviewing music or reviewing anything is a writing job. It’s nice if you are experienced — Virgil Thomson
I’ve never known a musician who regretted being one. Whatever deceptions life may have in store for you — Virgil Thomson
I let her alone and when she got that finished she left me alone. We trusted each other. — Virgil Thomson