The foundation of friendship demands the greatest likeness of human souls and hearts.

Artists who have won fame are often embarrassed by it; thus their first works are often their best.

Richard Wagner commenting on the music of Ludvig Van Beethoven: He was a Titan, wrestling with the Gods.

Music should strike fire from the heart of man, and bring tears from the eyes of woman.

One must not hold one's self so divine as to be unwilling occasionally to make improvements in one's creations.

I can live only wholly with you or not at all.

In whatsoever manner it be, let me turn to God and become fruitful in good works. Nothing higher exists than to approach God more than other people and from that to extend His glory among humanity.I will place all my confidence in your eternal goodness, O God! My soul shall rejoice in Thee, immutable Being. Be my rock, my light, forever my trust.