Notable Quotes by Sir Colin Davis

 

It seems like you're asking for quotes or something that Colin R. Davis, the British conductor, may have said. However, there's no readily available "script" or collection of all his words, but I can provide a few of his notable thoughts or quotes that capture his philosophy on music and conducting:

Notable Quotes by Sir Colin Davis:

1. On conducting :

   • "A conductor's job is to bring out the best in the orchestra, and to create an atmosphere of trust where they feel they can be free to give their best."
     

2. On the power of music :

   • "Music is the one thing that can lift us above the mundane. It can give us the feeling that there is something beyond ourselves."

3. On working with orchestras :

   • "To work with an orchestra is a constant dialogue, a kind of conversation where you share something deep and human."
     

4. On his approach to performance :

   • "I do not want my performances to be just a show. I want them to be a statement of what I believe music can do, and to communicate that as clearly as possible."
     
     
     

5. On the role of emotion in music :

   • "Music is an emotional experience. It has the power to communicate directly to the heart, bypassing the intellect. As a conductor, it's my job to channel that emotion."

Colin Davis was known for his deep understanding of music and his ability to inspire both performers and audiences. His career spanned conducting orchestras around the world, with a particular focus on British music and the works of composers like Berlioz.