My worry is that opera will become an historic art form as opposed to a living, breathing thing. Renee Fleming artbreatheform Change image and share on social
I don't want to record anything unless it can be great and genuinely interesting. Renee Fleming genuinelygreatinterest Change image and share on social
I listen to archival and historic recordings. I love watching singers. I learned a lot from watching videos. Renee Fleming archivalhistoriclearn Change image and share on social
I'm reserved, so I've always needed to find a way of opening up. Jazz helped me do that. Renee Fleming findhavehelp Change image and share on social
Very few opera singers in history have been able to cross into popular music. Renee Fleming crosshistorymusic Change image and share on social
I think singing is one of the most natural things that human beings do, but it's difficult. Renee Fleming beingdifficulthuman Change image and share on social
I want to keep my voice young, with nothing heavy. Renee Fleming heavyvoiceyoung Change image and share on social
I have had a very difficult time with stage fright; it undermines your well-being and peace of mind, and it can also threaten your livelihood. Renee Fleming difficultfrightlivelihood Change image and share on social
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. Renee Fleming drivefindhair Change image and share on social