I should like to know for what reason idleness is so popular with many young people that it is impossible to dissuade them from it either by words or by chastisements.

If only the whole world could feel the power of harmony.

I thank my God for graciously granting me the opportunity of learning that death is the key which unlocks the door to our true happiness.

Believe me, my sole purpose is to make as much money as possible; for after good health it is the best thing to have.

My dear sister! I’m amazed to discover that you can compose so delightfully. In a word, your Lied is beautiful. You must compose more often.

Music is my life and my life is music. Anyone who does not understand this is not worthy of God.

The music is not in the notes, but in the silence between.