Johann Strauss II

Music Austrian 1825 – 1899 100 quotes

An Austrian composer of light music, particularly dance music and operettas, known as 'The Waltz King' for his numerous waltzes, including 'The Blue Danube'.

Quotes by Johann Strauss II

Applause is the sweetest harmony.

Personal reflection 1880

Father and son, rivals in rhythm.

Memoir excerpt 1840

Music knows no borders, only beats.

Interview 1895

The pen of the composer is mightier than the critic's quill.

Comeback 1865

Waltzing through life with grace.

Speech 1875

Every composition is a love letter to Vienna.

Letter 1885

Silence between notes is where magic happens.

Professional observation 1890

I live for the crescendo of the crowd.

Diary 1850

Dance is the soul's conversation.

Interview 1860

My waltzes are born in the ballrooms.

Speech 1870

Time flies on the wings of melody.

Witty remark 1880

The heart conducts the orchestra of life.

Last reflection 1899

Innovation in music is daring to waltz alone.

Letter 1865

Vienna's spirit is in every bar of my scores.

Personal reflection 1875

A tune without soul is mere noise.

Interview 1885

I compose to escape the ordinary.

Diary excerpt 1890

The waltz revolutionizes the ballroom.

Speech 1845

Joy is the muse of my melodies.

Letter 1855

In music, as in life, balance is key.

Personal reflection 1860

Critics dance to my tune eventually.

Comeback 1870