Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart has left a legacy that ensures he is remembered as one of the most brilliant minds the arts have ever encountered. What a common admirer might ignore on first glance, however, is the truly humanness Mozart encompasses as a witty, engaging, and humorous individual. He has the ability to foster deep connections with those he corresponds to (whether it be a patron, family member, or friend) regardless of the intent of his correspondence. He often appears merry and charming with words so lighthearted they dance off the page and utilizes the precise diction to ensure that he can write in a both personable and persuasive manner.

Mozart demonstrates that he passionate about his work and because he is so consumed by his love, he tends to be overzealous and even, at times, obsessive. As he busies himself, he requests more time to see his projects come to fruition. He is clearly perceptive and meticulous, probably equating to his lasting success as a groundbreaking composer. In his own words throughout his letters, he is unafraid to call others on their faults if it inhibits his vision, like when he labels the singers of the Figaro “lazy” for not practicing. When he is not submerged in his work, he is often complaining of how the work annoys or drains him. What facilitates his charm through his moments of regret and uncertainty is his ability to understand human desire and to find a path that makes people feel secure in their relationships. Although hyperbolic, he remains humble. Another example of this is when he asks Michael Puchberg for money as Mozart is notoriously financially unstable. Would he have commissioned him if Mozart wasn’t a man of his word, I don’t think he’d be able to gain the reputation or the respect if he wasn’t a man of his word.

When listening to Mozart speak to family, it reveals another layer to his character, one of deep compassion and caring. Despite some of the quibbles of any father and son relationship, they seem to have a normalized bond that reflects on both their happiness towards Mozart’s success and through music (whether it was praise given directly to him or to his sister about him). Leopold Mozart also served as Wolfgang’s teacher so it is evident that music is a factor that they can discuss and analyze, like when he discusses ritornellos, tenants, and references other musical jargon. It is evident that his father’s death was a blow to him, although he has come to terms with the morose reality. In his last letter to his father, he reminds him of his gratefulness towards life and opportunity by saying: “For this blessing, I daily thank my creator, and wish with all my heart that my fellow man may share it” (233). He is comforting both here, but also when he writes to his sister to promise his protection over her. He uses the security method also on his wife when he promises her “a thousand kisses,” at the end of each letter addressed to her. His honesty, like even when pronouncing his jealousy towards other men looking at his wife immodestly, helps the recipient of the letter better understand his personal and usually well meaning perception.

When he uses terminology addressing himself as a loyal servant, it shows his tendency towards flattery and indebtedness to those providing for him financially and vocationally. He can use empathy and rhetoric to gain the trust and familiarity of others. These traits in conjunction to his talent, passion, and resilience demonstrate how he was able to get commissions as well as extensions. This is a reflection on his ability to connect and relate to others, ultimately leading to his great successes.