You know that I immerse myself in music, so to speak- that I think about it all day long- that I like experimenting- studying- reflecting.

You know that I immerse myself in music, so to speak- that I think about it all day long- that I like experimenting- studying- reflecting.

God is ever before my eyes. I realize his omnipotence and I fear His anger; but I also recognize his compassion, and His tenderness towards His creatures.

All I insist on, and nothing else, is that you should show the whole world that you are not afraid. Be silent, if you choose; but when it is necessary, speak—and speak in such a way that people will remember it.

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

I choose such notes that love one another.

Whoever is most impertinent has the best chance.