When I open my eyes I must sigh, for what I see is contrary to my religion, and I must despise the world which does not know that music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy.

Music is the one incorporeal entrance into the higher world of knowledge which comprehends mankind but which mankind cannot comprehend.

The world is a king, and like a king, desires flattery in return for favor; but true art is selfish and perverse — it will not submit to the mold of flattery.

What is to reach the heart must come from above; if it does not come from thence, it will be nothing but notes, body without spirit.

Only art and science can raise men to the level of God.

I can do nothing but think of you... What have you done to me? Can't you remove the spell you have cast over me?

I know no other sign of superiority than Goodness.