England is a country of pianos, they are everywhere.

It is dreadful when something weighs on your mind, not to have a soul to unburden yourself to. You know what I mean. I tell my piano the things I used to tell you.

Here, waltzes are called works! And Strauss and Lanner, who play them for dancing, are called Kapellmeistern. This does not mean that everyone thinks like that; indeed, nearly everyone laughs about it; but only waltzes get printed.

As long as I have health and strength, I will gladly work all my days.

Yesterday's concert was a success. I hasten to let you know. I inform your Lordship that I was not a bit nervous and played as I play when I am alone. It went well... and I had to come back and bow four times.

I really don't know whether any place contains more pianists than Paris, or whether you can find more asses and virtuosos anywhere.

They want me to give another concert but I have no desire to do so. You cannot imagine what a torture the three days before a public appearance are to me.