Here,
my dear fellow, is the letter to Winter - First of all, it states
that you are a friend of mine - secondly, it states what you are,
namely, an Imperial and Royal Court Secretary - thirdly, it states
that you are no connoisseur of music but nevertheless a friend
of all that is beautiful and good - in consideration of which
I have asked the Kapellmeister, if any of his works are performed,
to give you an opportunity of hearing them - This is a hint to
you to show a rather warm interest in his compositions - Well,
that pertains to the science of politics about which your friend
knows very little - Perhaps it will help you also to obtain something
else at Munich - Well now, all good wishes, dear friend - have
a pleasant journey - and think of me occasionally - My greetings
to your little brother.
Your
true friend
Beethoven