The custom of saluting [i.e., embracing] ladies by their relatives and friends was introduced, it is said, by the early Romans, not out of respect originally, but to find by their breath whether they had been drinking wine, this being… — Joseph Haydn Copy Share Image
The life's story of great geniuses is a sad one, without much tangible reward, which does not inspire future generations to face a similar… — Joseph Haydn Copy Share Image
There was no one near to confuse me, so I was forced to become original. — Joseph Haydn Copy Share Image
The custom of saluting [i.e., embracing] ladies by their relatives and friends was introduced, it is said, by the early Romans, not out of… — Joseph Haydn Copy Share Image
I was for some time quite beside myself and could not believe that Providence could have required the presence of this indispensable man in… — Joseph Haydn Copy Share Image
“I tell you before God, and as an honest man, your son is the greatest composer known to me by person and repute, he… — Joseph Haydn Copy Share Image
When I think of my God, my heart dances within me for joy, and then my music has to dance, too. — Joseph Haydn Copy Share Image
I tell you before God, and as an honest man, your son (W A Mozart)is the greatest composer known to me by person and… — Joseph Haydn Copy Share Image
When I think upon my God, my heart is full of joy that the notes dance and leap from my pen. — Joseph Haydn Copy Share Image
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