Renee Fleming – Quotes Crazy

I think opera has gained a kind of glamorous appeal. Its a live performance that aligns all of the arts, and when it is represented in the media, in film in particular, it is presented as something that is really a special event, whether its a great date or something thats just hugely romantic. – Renee Fleming

Ive spent hours and hours doing research into Appalachian folk music. My grandfather was a fiddler. There is something very immediate, very simple and emotional, about that music. – Renee Fleming

Being steeped in the process of learning and exploring keeps me from becoming too nervous. Partly its about not getting bored. – Renee Fleming

Everybodys a work in progress. Im a work in progress. I mean, Ive never arrived… Im still learning all the time. – Renee Fleming

Ive always been inspired by artists who have shown musical and intellectual curiosity and the courage to take risks. – Renee Fleming

Every singer eventually gets around to a Christmas disc. – Renee Fleming

For years, I had no time for exploratory travel. – Renee Fleming

Having to travel so much plays havoc with your personal life. – Renee Fleming

No voice teacher can be all things to all people. You have to gain information from whatever sources you can. You have to listen. – Renee Fleming

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

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

My parents discussed singing every night over the dinner table I had a tremendous music education. – Renee Fleming