The rivalry is with ourself. I try to be better than is possible. I fight against myself, not against the other.

The reason fat people are happy is that the nerves are well protected.

It is so important for people at a young age to be invited to embrace classical music and opera.

Nothing that has happened has made me feel gloomy or remain depressed. I love my life.

If children are not introduced to music at an early age, I believe something fundamental is actually being taken from them.

Some singers want the audience to love them. I love the audience.

Am I afraid of high notes? Of course I am afraid. What sane man is not?