In singing, you cannot 'cheat' if you want to give emotions to those who are listening. You must have something to tell.

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

Some years ago I gave a concert in the mountains with snow all around, and that was much colder.

I am a very lazy man, so, for me, the dream is to be at home on the chair with my family.

Music is an art that goes well beyond science. Proof can be found in the huge amount of studies that have been carried out throughout the world based on music-therapy and the important results achieved.

A love song must respect the canons of music beauty, entering the fibers of those who are listening. It must make them dream and pleasantly introduce them to the universe of love.

The fact that I am blind is not what defines my life. It should be of no more interest than my blood type. People wonder if there is a relationship between my lack of sight and the way I sing. But there's no connection.