Artists are fiery; they do not weep.

Music is the mediator between the life of the senses and the life of the spirit.

Music is mediator between spiritual and sensual life.

If I contemplate myself as part of the Universe: what am I?

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

I have never thought of writing for reputation and honor. What I have in my heart must come out; that is the reason why I compose.

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?