Camille Saint-Saëns was an illustrious French organist, pianist, composer, and conductor of the Romantic era. He is renowned for works such as the opera ‘Samson and Delilah,’ ‘Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso,’ ‘The Carnival of the Animals,’ ‘the First Cello Concerto,’ ‘the Third ("Organ") Symphony,’ ‘Danse macabre,’ ‘the Second Piano Concerto,’ and ‘the Third Violin Concerto.’ His compositions were usually within a conventional classical tradition, and he was a scholar of musical history. We have extracted some noteworthy and quotable thoughts and quotes by Camille Saint-Saëns that are sure to delight you. Go through these quotes and sayings by Camille Saint-Saëns which have been curated from his works, thoughts, lyrics and life.
There is nothing more difficult than talking about music.
Camille Saint Saëns
One must practice slowly, then more slowly, and finally slowly.
Camille Saint Saëns
The artist who does not feel completely satisfied by elegant lines, by harmonious colors, and by a beautiful succession of chords does not understand the art of music.
