I lived in England to learn English. When I went to England for the first time, it was like being on the Moon. I had no friends, I couldn't speak the language. I was very isolated.
“People perceive opera and classical as elitist - I disagree. I've always tried to mix the two, make it more accessible.”
“I value my Catholic background very much. It taught me not to be afraid of rigorous thought, for one thing.”