I have been called a nun with a switchblade where my privacy is concerned. I think there's a point where one says, that's for family, that's for me.

It's all about giving back, helping people and encouraging people. I love to do that.

I am an optimistic lady.

There is no greater thrill than to sing with a beautiful orchestra.

I play with my grandchildren. I tend to my garden, which I love. Of course, I love to read, and family is really what it's all about.

As a rule, my focus is on classical music, but I love jazz. I love everything, actually.

I don't think today's younger audience... would even know what 1920s musicals were like.