I love it when an aria fits a singer as perfectly as a suit of well-tailored clothes.

I choose such notes that love one another.

My fatherland has always the first claim on me.

It is a great consolation for me to remember that the Lord, to whom I had drawn near in humble and child-like faith, has suffered and died for me, and that He will look on me in love and compassion.

Handel understands effect better than any of us -- when he chooses, he strikes like a thunderbolt.

If people could see into my heart, I should almost feel ashamed - all there is cold, cold as ice.

Melody is the essence of music. I compare a good melodist to a fine racer, and counterpoints to hack post-horses.