I also always carry my flute. It's very important for me to try to relax when I'm travelling, and playing my flute helps me to unwind.

It's very important for me to try to relax when I'm travelling, and playing my flute helps me to unwind.

It's important for me who is at the table with me; the moment when everyone speaks to each other and everyone listens. If there's good food, it's much better.

I loved playing football. In this particular match the ball happened to hit my right eye, the only one which I could see light and colour with.

I have always felt an excellent rapport ever since my very first concert in Britain at Hampton Court. I have always felt understood. The British understand opera very well.

When I sing for myself, I sing in a more free, athletic way. When I face an audience, there is always some fear that makes me put the brakes on a bit.