When I think upon my God, my heart is full of joy that the notes dance and leap from my pen.

I was never a quick writer, but composed with great care and efforts.

I listened more than I studied... therefore little by little my knowledge and ability were developed.

I was for some time quite beside myself and could not believe that Providence could have required the presence of this indispensable man in the other world so soon.

It is the melody which is the charm of music, and it is that which is most difficult to produce. The invention of a fine melody is a work of genius.

Cheer up, children, I am all right.

When I think upon my God, my heart is full of joy that the notes dance and leap from my pen.