My style in Italian is very old-style.

Let me say that I've never thought to conduct because the conductor has to think to the music before the orchestra. And the orchestra comes later. For me, it's terrible.

To sing a song is like whispering to a child's ear. It is an art heavily relying on improvisation.

For me, the most enjoyable type of singing is opera. It allows you to move, to wear a costume ... to do something with your body. When singing in concert you have to stand up in front of the audience, next to the conductor, which is less natural.

Very often, I recognize many, many defects, so I try to improve myself every day. I think my voice is very communicative.

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

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