I knew that I could be more creative onstage, to state my own case and deliver my own interpretation of the role much more aggressively than in the recording studio. Kiri Te Kanawa aggressivelycasecreative Change image and share on social
We sing these songs for the everyday occasions of life, and they are very close to the hearts of our people. Kiri Te Kanawa closeeverydayheart Change image and share on social
My energy is undiminished. Someone said to me the other day, 'Are you retired?' and I said, 'Well, I'm just trying to prove that I'm not.' There's so many things to do. Kiri Te Kanawa dayenergyprove Change image and share on social
I used to suffer from a lot of regret while touring. Regret at having to leave certain places, people and situations, or just a beautiful day. Kiri Te Kanawa beautifuldayleave Change image and share on social
My children are my children. There's no doubt about that at all. They're very strong towards me, very protective, and I towards them. It works both ways. Kiri Te Kanawa childdoubtprotective Change image and share on social
When I perform Strauss, it is as if the music fits me like a glove. My voice seems to lie in a happy area in this music, which is lyrical and passionate at the same time. Kiri Te Kanawa areafitglove Change image and share on social
I really believe I've been a good person. Not perfect - forget about perfect - but just learning by what I was taught and living by my own values. I might have stepped on a few ants - and a few other things as well - but I've never hurt anybody. Kiri Te Kanawa antforgetgood share on social
