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Melody is the essence of music. — Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart · Smartyfair

Melody is the essence of music.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart1756–1791 · composer · 1700s AustriaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart was an Austrian composer who began writing music as a young child and grew up to become one of the greatest composers in history.2 quotes

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The tune you hum is the most important part of a song.

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How sure this is: 78% sureThese words were traced back to where they first appeared. That source is listed below.
What turned up: Reported by tenor Michael Kelly, who worked with Mozart, in his 1826 memoir Reminiscences.
Work: Reminiscences by Michael Kelly
Occasion: 1826 · Vienna, Austria · recalling conversations with Mozart during their years working together
Sources checked: en.wikiquote.orgChecked using claude-sonnet-5, 21 August 2026Sourced Quotes section, attributed via Michael Kelly

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