Tag: Ludwig van Beethoven
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Music comes to me more readily than words.
Ludwig van Beethoven
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A great poet is the most precious jewel of a nation.
Ludwig van Beethoven
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A true artist is expected to be all that is noble-minded, and this is not altogether a mistake; on the other hand, however, in what a mean way are critics allowed to pounce upon us.
Ludwig van Beethoven
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Music should strike fire from the heart of man, and bring tears from the eyes of woman.
Ludwig van Beethoven
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Music is the one incorporeal entrance into the higher world of knowledge which comprehends mankind but which mankind cannot comprehend.
Ludwig van Beethoven
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This is the mark of a really admirable man: steadfastness in the face of trouble.
Ludwig van Beethoven
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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.
Ludwig van Beethoven
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Art! Who comprehends her? With whom can one consult concerning this great goddess?
Ludwig van Beethoven
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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.
Ludwig van Beethoven
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Tones sound, and roar and storm about me until I have set them down in notes.
Ludwig van Beethoven