I change many things, discard others, and try again and again until I am satisfied; then, in my head, I being to elaborate the work in its breadth, its narrowness, its height, its depth...I hear and see the image in front of me from every angle as if it had been cast and only the labour of writing it down remains.
Ludwig van BeethovenIt is the power of music to carry one directly into the mental state of the composer.
Ludwig van BeethovenArt! Who comprehends her? With whom can one consult concerning this great goddess?
Ludwig van Beethoven