Music should strike fire from the heart of man, and bring tears from the eyes of woman. Read Summary
Nothing is more intolerable than to have to admit to yourself your own errors. Read Summary
Music is the one incorporeal entrance into the higher world of knowledge which comprehends mankind but which mankind cannot comprehend. Read Summary
What you are, you are by accident of birth; what I am, I am by myself. There are and will be a thousand princes; there is only one Beethoven. Read Summary
Friends applaud, the comedy is over. Read Summary
Beethoven can write music, thank God, but he can do nothing else on earth. Read Summary
A great poet is the most precious jewel of a nation. Read Summary
The barriers are not erected which can say to aspiring talents and industry, 'Thus far and no farther.' Read Summary
I must confess that I lead a miserable life. For almost two years, I have ceased to attend any social functions, just because I find it impossible to say to people, 'I am deaf.' If I had any other profession, I might be able to cope with my infirmity; but in my profession, it is a terrible handicap. Read Summary
Often, I can scarcely hear any one speaking to me; the tones yes, but not the actual words; yet as soon as any one shouts, it is unbearable. What will come of all this, heaven only knows! Read Summary