The activity of a singer that sings opera is similar to that of an athlete.

I have a European frame of mind and Europe is my home.

Stage fright is my worst problem.

When a little more than a teenager, I was a piano-bar pianist in the land where I was born and raised, Tuscany.

Because I practice often with my children at home.

Classical music and pop are two different universes, each with its own difficulties, peculiarities, depth and artistic dignity. In Italy, I think there is a fairly clear line of demarcation, but the history of music is full of fusion. Popular and classical music have always found points of contact, of crossing, exchange, both drawing mutual profit.

More people are listening to opera, and I'm happy - everybody must be given that opportunity.