The [guitar is the] instrument most complete and richest in its harmonic and polyphonic possibilities.

The harmonic effects produced unconsciously by our guitarists are one of the miracles of natural art.

The harmonious efforts which our guitarists produce unconsciously represent one of the marvels of natural art.

Money spent on good-quality gear is always money well spent.

It's tough to be 68 and dating. I've given it up now.

At present the peace of the world has been preserved, not by statesmen, but by capitalists.

I was a little bit of a cocky kid.

Industry, thrift and self-control are not sought because they create wealth, but because they create character.

Children can write poetry and then, unless they're poets, they stop when reach puberty.

One of the distinguishing characteristics of the true work of art is that it is able to both contain and express different meanings - meanings which may in fact contradict each other.

I think men are still very loath to talk about their sexuality. Yet, I am so ashamed about my imperfection as a human being that I tell everything.

May you live to be 100 and may the last voice you hear be mine.