Melody is the essence of music.

When I feel well and in a good humour, or when I am taking a drive or walking after a good meal, or in the night when I cannot sleep, thoughts crowd into my mind as easily as my mind might wish.

God first, then papa.

Silence is very important. The silence between the notes are as important as the notes themselves.

Love guards the heart from the abyss.

An astonishing number of kisses are flying about! I see a whole crowd of them. Ha! Ha! I have just caught three - They are delicious... I kiss you millions of times.

Love, love, love, that is the soul of genius.