6 Quotes by Claudio Monteverdi

Orfeo son io, che d'Euridice i passi Seguo per queste tenebrose arene Ove giammai per vom mortal non vassi.

The end of all good music is to affect the soul.

The modern composer builds upon the foundation of truth.

The goods of this world are most dear to me, but much dearer are peace of mind and my own honor.

Text first, rhythm second, melody third.

Music is spiritual. The music business is not.