Don’t only practice your art, but force your way into its secrets, for it and knowledge can raise men to the divine.

To play a wrong note is insignificant; to play without passion is inexcusable!

The barriers are not erected which can say to [aspiring] talents and industry, “Thus far and no farther.

Don't only practice your art, but force your way into its secrets; art deserves that, for it and knowledge can raise man to the Divine.

Art! Who comprehends her? With whom can one consult concerning this great goddess?

The barriers are not erected which can say to aspiring talents and industry, 'Thus far and no farther.'