I am exceedingly lucky that my voice, along with perfect pitch and perfect rhythm, was given me at birth.

I know I'm fat and I know my hair is straight, but I can sing.

Intelligent analysis of the composer's intention and strict adherence to it automatically ensures sincerity.

after several months of probation work, standing on my feet some ten to twelve hours a day, I decided that as a nurse I was a pretty good entertainer.

I have always examined closely the motives of any group for which I am asked to raise money.

I could not separate myself off stage from myself on stage, as so many actors can.

My singing is part of me, like my stoutness, or my light hair, or my poor eyesight.