Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
"Music is either sacred or secular. The sacred agrees with its dignity, and here has its greatest effect on life, an effect that remains the same through all ages and epochs. Secular music should be cheerful throughout."
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"As soon as you trust yourself, you will know how to live."
"None are more hopelessly enslaved than those who falsely believe they are free."
"Character develops itself in the stream of life."
"Every day we should hear at least one little song, read one good poem, see one exquisite picture, and, if possible, speak a few sensible words."
"I love those who yearn for the impossible."