Learning operatic roles is ongoing, and I find that I can learn on the train or subway, during a manicure, getting my hair done, and even while driving if I only look at the score at red lights.
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I'm lucky - I can do two things at once.
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I listen to archival and historic recordings. I love watching singers. I learned a lot from watching videos.
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My worry is that opera will become an historic art form as opposed to a living, breathing thing.
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I have not changed with the accomplishments. I've remained the same. If I had changed, great. You know, but I haven't.
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Contrary to the norm, as my technique improved my voice became higher.
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I think singing is one of the most natural things that human beings do, but it's difficult.
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At this stage in my career, I don't have to take any big risks. You want to take a calculated risk, not one that leads to people saying 'yes, but there was that one time when she made that big mistake.' It's always a shame when that happens, especially if you've gotten by for decades without anything hugely tragic.