I want to reach as many people as possible with the message of music, of wonderful opera.

You don't need any brains to listen to music.

I'm a perfectionist, and I always think that I can do better what I have done, even if it's good.

Opera is one of the most important art forms. It should be listened to and appreciated by everyone.

I think a life in music is a life beautifully spent, and this is what I have devoted my life to.

People have a right to criticize.

Some say the word 'pop' is a derogatory word to say 'not important' - I do not accept that. If the word 'classic' is the word to say 'boring,' I do not accept. There is good and bad music.