I worked hard. Anyone who works as hard as I did can achieve the same results. The final aim and reason of all music is nothing other than the glorification of God and the refreshment of the spirit.

Harmony is next to Godliness

I have always kept one end in view, namely ... to conduct a well-regulated church music to the honour of God.

Old concept: Love is blind. Marriage is an eye opener. New concept: Love is not blind - it simply enables one to see things others fail to see.

On land, on sea, at home abroad, I smoke my pipe and worship God.

Bring me coffee before I turn into a goat!

The most stupendous miracle in all music.