lugwig van beethoven

“ Music is the one incorporeal entrance into the higher world of knowledge which comprehends mankind but which mankind cannot comprehend. ”

“ The guitar is a miniature orchestra in itself. ”

“ Music from my fourth year began to be the first of my youthful occupations. Thus early acquainted with the gracious muse who tuned my soul to pure harmonies, I became fond of her, and, as it often seemed to me, she of me. ”

“ Music is the language of God. We musicians are as close to God as man can be. We hear his voice, we read his lips, we give birth to the children of God, who sing his praise. ”

“ Music should strike fire from the heart of man, and bring tears from the eyes of woman. ”

“ Whoever tells a lie is not pure of heart, and such a person can not cook a clean soup. ”

“ Nothing is more intolerable than to have to admit to yourself your own errors. ”

“ I have never thought of writing for reputation and honor. What I have in my heart must come out; that is the reason why I compose. ”

“ Never misjudge the most faithful heart of your beloved. ”

“ I wish you music to help with the burdens of life, and to help you release your happiness to others. ”