That makes classical music ...

That makes classical music work, the ability to improvise.
 Itzhak Perlman

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I always say separate your abilities from your disabilities. You know, if I could play the violin, I don't have to play it standing up. I can play it sitting down and so on.
 Itzhak Perlman
Ask many of us who are disabled what we would like in life and you would be surprised how few would say, 'Not to be disabled.' We accept our limitations.
 Itzhak Perlman
Sometimes you get from the mouth of kids wonderful things.
 Itzhak Perlman
In difficult times, people just like to hear music. They like to be moved by what they hear. And music speaks different languages.
 Itzhak Perlman
..I heard Ori Kam and was deeply impressed with his achievements as a violist. His technical and interpretive skills are truly unique. I see a great future for him.
 Itzhak Perlman