To follow in Beethoven's footsteps transcends one's strength.

Never criticize the composition of a Royal Highness. You never know who may have written it.

One should never forget that by actually perfecting one piece one gains and learns more than by starting or half-finishing a dozen.

A symphony is no joke.

Study Bach. There you will find everything.

What would become of all historical biography if it was written only with consideration for other peoples' feelings?

How lucky is the man who, like Mozart and others, goes to the tavern of an evening and writes some fresh music. For he lives while he is creating.