Thomas Beecham Quotes

You have between your legs the most sensitive instrument known to man, and all you can do is scratch it.

British music is in a state of perpetual promise. It might almost be said to be one long promissory note.

Like two skeletons copulating on a corrugated tin roof.

There are two golden rules for an orchestra: start together and finish together. The public doesn’t give a damn what goes on in between.

The musical equivalent of the towers of St Pancras Station.

Hark! The herald angels sing! Beecham’s Pills are just the thing, Two for a woman, one for a child, Peace on earth and mercy mild!