25 Quotes by Joseph Haydn

Since God has given me a cheerful heart, He will forgive me for serving Him cheerfully.

It is the melody which is the charm of music, and it is that which is most difficult to produce. The invention of a fine melody is a work of genius.

When I think of my God, my heart dances within me for joy, and then my music has to dance, too.

Young people can learn from my example that something can come from nothing. What I have become is the result of my hard efforts.

I was never a quick writer, but composed with great care and efforts.

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 fate. Alas also, it stands to reason why so many talent will not come to sparkle on the artistic firmanent.

I’m going to commune with God and I must be appropriately dressed!