Neither A Lofty Degree Of Intelligence Nor

Music, In Even The Most Terrible Situations, Must Never Offend The Ear But Always Remain A Source Of Pleasure.

Melody Is The Essence Of Music. I Compare A Good Melodist To A Fine Racer, And Counterpoints To Hack Post-horses.

To Win Applause One Must Write Stuff So Simple That A Coachman Might Sing It.

When I Feel Well And In A Good Humour, Or When I Am Taking A Drive Or Walking After A Good Meal, Or In The Night When I Cannot Sleep, Thoughts Crowd Into My Mind As Easily As My Mind Might Wish.

Believe Me, My Sole Purpose Is To Make As Much Money As Possible; For After Good Health It Is The Best Thing To Have.