I've always known that I was born to sing, ever since I was a child.

The world is full of many beautiful voices; I will perform with many of them. I love women's voices.

Even in the most beautiful music, there are some silences, which are there so we can witness the importance of silence. Silence is more important than ever, as life today is full of noise. We speak a lot about environmental pollution but not enough about noise pollution.

An opera singer is like an athlete before a match. An athlete cannot overdo anything. In order to perform at the highest possible level, you need to refrain from activities so as to be able to express this power.

I've always been on the side of science that tries to help man. I play an active part with the foundations I'm involved in. Science gives hope.

I have big, big stage fright.

In essence, I set myself the objective of doing what I feel is right without having any ambition.