Music is like a dream. One that I cannot hear.

The vibrations on the air are the breath of God speaking to man's soul. Music is the language of God. We musicians are as close to God as man can be. We hear his voice, we read his lips, we give birth to the children of God, who sing his praise. That's what musicians are.

I am resolved to rise superior to every obstacle. With whom need I be afraid of measuring my strength? I will take Fate by the throat. It shall not overcome me. O how beautiful it is to be alive - would that I could live a thousand times!

Never forget the days I spent with you. Continue to be my friend, as you will always find me yours.

This is the mark of a really admirable man: steadfastness in the face of trouble.

Strange, I feel as if up to now I had written no more than a few notes.

Recommend to your children to be virtuous, only the virtue can bring us happiness, not the money.