At Vienna, one of the audience affirmed publicly that my performance was not surprising, for he had distinctly seen, while I was playing my variations, the devil at my elbow, directing my arm and guiding my bow. My resemblance to… — Niccolo Paganini Copy Share Image
I love the guitar for its harmony; it is my constant companion in all my travels. — Niccolo Paganini Copy Share Image
On December 12, 1829, Paganini wrote his friend Germi: "The variations I've composed on the graceful Neapolitan ditty, 'Oh Mamma, Mama Cara,' outshine everything.… — Niccolo Paganini Copy Share Image
At Vienna, one of the audience affirmed publicly that my performance was not surprising, for he had distinctly seen, while I was playing my… — Niccolo Paganini Copy Share Image
At a grand evening service in a church, my concerto created such a furor that the worshippers rushed out to keep the crowd outside… — Niccolo Paganini Copy Share Image
When I attained my seventh year, my father, whose ear was unmusical but who was nevertheless passionately fond of music, gave me my elementary… — Niccolo Paganini Copy Share Image
I am not handsome, but when women hear me play, they come crawling to my feet. — Niccolo Paganini Copy Share Image
The variations I've composed on the graceful Neapolitan ditty, 'Oh Mamma, Mama Cara,' outshine everything. I can't describe it — Niccolo Paganini Copy Share Image
