93 Quotes by Judy Collins

I have tried, in all the ways I can, to make timeless music.

I sang in the coffee houses . . . in the early 60's with no idea of success in terms of records or television. I just thought I was a storyteller. I had this deep, bassy voice. But I had incredible passion for the music I was singing.

I always sang when I was little and my father, who was a great influence on me, also had a wonderful voice. He and my mother really encouraged me to sing and play the piano. They were always very supportive.

I feel so very grateful to have the voice God gave me. It takes a lot of rest and training to sing, and I was lucky that I found a great teacher when I first moved to New York.

Recovering from the suicide of a loved one, you need all the help you can get.

Music can speak louder than words, and I will use my music to speak out on behalf of children everywhere.

Irish Alzheimer's: you forget everything except the grudges

I am glad so many women singers are being heard in music today. It is healthy for music . . . healthy because it means a lot of men are listening!

The rise of the Internet has caused the demise of the record labels, and has destroyed the music business of old, but it's also created new opportunities for young artists.