Ry Cooder for me is a master, a great master that has a wonderful feel for Cuban music. He's also paid tribute my talent a bit, even though I don't know half of what he knows.

My secret? A desire to work, years of dedication and loving what you do; I can't live without music.

The music that I play and that I like is traditional music, maybe it's because of my age.

Everyone should have a philosophy for living better.

In order to grow old, you have to experience everything, but in moderation.

Ry Cooder for me is a master, a great master that has a wonderful feel for Cuban music. He's also paid tribute my talent a bit, even though I don't know half of what he knows.

I am still simple, just as if I were beginning.