I've always wanted to push myself and move with the tide. That's just how I am and it's worked for me.
I regret the passing of the studio system. I was very appreciative of it because I had no talent.
If you're writing a piece for the Boston Pops, the balance is towards one end. If you're writing a piece for a chamber music society, then it's towards another point. I won't make a final answer on that. I think it changes with every piece.

