Interviews with musicians, composers and conductors
The biggest challenge in a career today is to stand the test of time. In a world that runs fast and where a new opera singer is “baked” every minute, being successful after 15 years on stage is, for me, the greatest challenge won
Don’t be afraid to try things musically. Experiment. Always keep an open mind to new suggestions and ideas. Question other interpretations of the music you’re playing. I think all of these are key to finding your own voice.
Master at least one other endeavour to a professional level. You won’t be any less of a musician, it will almost certainly feed into your music-making, and it gives you an alternative if (God forbid) there is a repeat of 2020, or if you just change your mind as you get older. It’s harder to retrain later in life.
Success for us has a lot to do with communication with our audience whom we give to and receive from
I strive to perform all works with my heart and soul, but I suppose my best performances are of pieces which I particularly love, working alongside fabulous musicians
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