All my life I have regarded myself as one of Mozart's greatest admirers, and I will remain one until my last breath.

We mortals with immortal minds are only born for sufferings and joys, and one could almost say that the most excellent receive joy through sufferings.

An artist is someone who has learned to trust in himself.

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

From the glow of enthusiasm I let the melody escape.

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!

All my life I have regarded myself as one of Mozart's greatest admirers, and I will remain one until my last breath.