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

A symphony is no joke.

In my study I can lay my hand on the Bible in the pitch dark. All truly inspired ideas come from God. The powers from which all truly great composers like Mozart, Schubert, Bach and Beethoven drew their inspirations is the same power that enabled Jesus to do his miracles.

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.

Composers in the old days used to keep strictly to the base of the theme, as their real subject. Beethoven varies the melody, harmony and rhythms so beautifully.

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

If we cannot write with the beauty of Mozart, let us at least try to write with his purity.