Between parts I was too old for and roles that were too overwhelming, out of reach then for my voice. I carved out a niche with the Wagnerian repertoire since I am attracted by its theatrical intensity.

What is sad is not to be able to do today what you have done in your youth. But what is good is to remember that - when you were able - you did it to the best of your ability.

The press regularly proclaims my ambitions and my financial demands.

It is strange, but nobody is shocked when pop singers make a fortune in the space of two years.

I'm not superstitious because it brings bad luck.

Should it happen tomorrow, I would fall to my knees to give thanks to God for such a career.

When facing symphonic orchestras which have played some works five thousands times, you have nothing to do.