I write [music] as a sow piddles.

To win applause one must write stuff so simple that a coachman might sing it.

Write to me and don't be so lazy. Otherwise I shall have to give you a thrashing. What fun! I'll break your head.

I too had to work hard, so as not to have to work hard any longer.

My fatherland has always the first claim on me.

Melody is the essence of music.

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.