“ Music doesn't argue, discuss, or quarrel. It just breathes the air of freedom. Harold Arlen Composer
“ An essential element of any art is risk. If you don't take a risk then how are you going to make something really beautiful, that hasn't been seen before? Francis Ford Coppola Film Director
“ You know, the ancient Egyptians had a beautiful belief about death. When their souls got to the entrance to heaven, the guards asked two questions. Their answers determined whether they were able to enter or not. 'Have you found joy in your life?' 'Has your life brought joy to others?' Morgan Freeman Actor
“ Momma was home. She was the most totally human, human being that I have ever known, and so very beautiful. Within our home, she was an abundance of love, discipline, fun, affection, strength, tenderness, encouragement, understanding, inspiration, support. Leontyne Price Soprano
“ It had rained on some vivid green ferns in Maine and it was quite beautiful. I was moving the camera slightly and studying the ground glass. Looking at those 20 square inches, trying to find out just what were the right elements to include. John Sexton Professor
“ From the shore, the ocean is forever. It's a beautiful, dangerous place. Music is tied to the sea, born from the struggle, looking for hope. Because hope belongs in the dark places. Jon Foreman Singer
“ Well, there is something beautiful about ruins. I mean, in one sense it's not that different from going to Rome and looking at the Forum. But it's changing. It truly is. I'm optimistic but skeptical. David Maraniss Journalist