American - Musician | February 14, 1957 -
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.
Renee Fleming
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When a human being without amplification makes a sound that is high and loud, it is almost unworldly.
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It is always fragile, being a parent.
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For my own singing, I used to be attracted by the baroque, the flashier the better, but now I prefer a simpler, purer style.
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Contrary to the norm, as my technique improved my voice became higher.
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I think touring is hard.
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Opera is really fun.
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I've always been inspired by artists who have shown musical and intellectual curiosity and the courage to take risks.
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Because everything about the voice interests me, I felt it would be fascinating to learn a completely different style of singing.
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My parents were both high-school music teachers.
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Having to travel so much plays havoc with your personal life.
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I'm not exactly an angry young person.
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