I think that you can absolutely enjoy your artistic passion without seeking for the cult of celebrity.
Richard ClaydermanA long time ago, I remember having cooperated with Shirley Bassey and I will never forget this moment which I shared with her while playing for and with her.
Richard ClaydermanThe piano by its black and white keys always attracted me, my father showed me how to use... and slowly I got into playing.
Richard ClaydermanWhen I was 14-15 years old I was able to earn a little money from time to time but I'm not complaining since, very soon I could provide a normal living. I was discovered also by other musicians and they asked me to work with them. Even in my early age several well-known artists asked for my services both on the stage and in the studio. This experience proved to be very useful, musicians showed me various musical situations and various music experiments.
Richard Clayderman