Toward the end of his life, one can sense that he was no longer thinking his way into the minds of others, causing them to speak on his behalf, but that he was now speaking for himself.
Dietrich Fischer-DieskauUnfortunately, it happens all too seldom that you really disappear behind a work, that you are no longer audible as an interpreter.
Dietrich Fischer-DieskauI came together with younger musicians and tried to pass on my own experiences. In the process, I always tried to maintain my curiosity and spontaneity.
Dietrich Fischer-DieskauIn fact, the element of play has an important role in my life, and I think that should be the case in the life of every artist. Our life is occupied with playing, whether we play an instrument or a role.
Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau