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.

Melody is the essence of music.

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

I am never happier than when I have something to compose, for that, after all, is my sole delight and passion

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.

To my eyes and ears the organ will ever be the King of Instruments.