There have been studies that clearly state that children who are exposed to arts education at a young age will in fact do markedly better in their SAT tests.

As I get older, I'm slowing down and, yes, calming down in my desire to be taken seriously. That I can be entertaining and funny and high nervous energy can work against me as a serious composer, slowly but surely you'll see me be quieter just so that people will listen.

If I'm within reach and can be helpful, I have a tendency to say 'Yes.' It's hard to say 'No.'

Marvin Hamlisch Quotes