Mozart’s personality towards others was charming and entertaining to observe. He has many modest moments; but when Mozart was not describing his love for something or someone passionately, he was complaining and antagonizing a work dramatically. However, he always maintained proper manners when writing his letters and acknowledged the state of the people he would write to.

Mozart gives an impression that he’s completely honest to his readers. He makes it a point to begin letters with reasons why he hasn’t respond. For example, he apologizes to Herr Geheimrath for not responding to his letters sooner because he hasn’t had time to read the letter in detail. In addition, Mozart apologizes to his daughter for writing her a short letter because it was imperative to write a more detailed reply to his son. Because of his honesty, his audience is able to sympathize more with his late replies and mistakes. In addition, it reflects well on his character. Not only is Mozart admitting he is at fault, but showing that he’s modest and respects his readers.

Mozart’s letters easily show his horrified and disgusting feelings for certain things. For example, in a letter to his father, he first states that he is irritated at “Mlle. Storace’s stupidity” and thus shows his anger. Even if Storace only made a mistake, Mozart immediately relates this misfortune to Storace’s intelligence. Despite that Mozart acted humble upon describing his faults, he appears to get easily irritated when things do not go his way. Even so, his audience may be easily influenced by his strong opinion. Due to Mozart being popular, people may not have considered that Storace made a simple mistake but is instead as “stupid” as Mozart makes him out to be. In addition, his hard to please attitude may make him seem more prestigious. To the readers, Storace is depicted as a lowly servant who couldn’t do his job right and Mozart as the master who is displeased with his mistakes.

Mozart also shows great pleasure and satisfaction with certain people and events. In fact, he may overpraise in order to please his targeted audience. For example, when writing to Sebastian Winter, he stated “Dearest friend! Companion of my youth!” as his greeting. He made it a point to repeat the fact that Winter is an acquaintance twice. In addition, he added words that seemed to show that they have a strong bond (“Dearest” and mentioning that they have been friends since his “youth”). By doing this, Mozart shows how he values his connection to Winter and thus makes him feel cared for. Mozart, thus, creates a good impression and may be able to use his charm to have a better influence. Mozart also used his charm to gain the assistance of Michael Puchberg. He even signs off as Puchberg’s “grateful Servant” and “true friend”. Mozart leaves Puchberg with a last note that he’s acknowledging Puchberg’s control and dominance. Even so, if Puchberg does agree to help Mozart the roles have actually been switched. Mozart, thus, makes the audience feel superior and respected knowing that they may help him in the future.

Mozart’s letters gave an impression on Mozart’s personality. His writing showed his modesty, prestige, and morals. Whoever read his letters have seen him as a caring, honest, proud, and respectful person. Mozart, however, also used these audiences to improve his reputation and help him in his career. Due to his charming personality, his letters have allowed him to network, influence, and improve his name so that he would impact more people who would hear his name.