I then realized that I could never be satisfied again with the mere natural charm of my voice, that I had to constantly paint when singing, melting all the colors, expressing reds and blacks that had to be less primary but bursting with subtly colored combinations.

The public is a part of my real life.

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

When it becomes clear that no one else shares your level of passion, you are where you belong.

On the other hand, I have devoted so much energy to reach the top that I accept the stress of being there.

But I won't deprive myself of singing opera as long as my voice follows.

When a young artist is ready, one has to bring him into the limelight.