Alfred Schnittke quotes

For almost thirty years I repeatedly saw one and the same dream: I would arrive in Vienna at long last. I would feel really happy, for I was returning to my serene childhood. (Alfred Schnittke)
I am not (yet) facing the problem of emigration. I want my music to be acknowledged here first of all, in this country: after that, we shall see - perhaps the question will then become urgent. View quote
Alfred Schnittke
I would wake up in Moscow or somewhere else, my heart beating fast, feeling bitter and helpless. View quote
Alfred Schnittke
For a solo work I need a definite idea. For the present I have none. View quote
Alfred Schnittke
Do you know that my very first experience as a composer was a 'Concerto for Accordion?' View quote
Alfred Schnittke