Even Stravinsky does not evoke the same public affection as Verdi.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
Very few opera singers in history have been able to cross into popular music.
The fact that the theatregoing public likes my music is no credit to me. There are many other composers who write better music that the public doesn't like.
In opera, there is always too much singing.
I've always loved opera; it never occurred to me that I would write a proper libretto.
I like to sing to Verdi, I like singing to Sibelius, and Mahler maybe.
It's logical for us to sing, but not necessarily operatic pieces.
An operatic voice is like no other.
Lots of opera singers are just boring.
Directing an opera is similar to directing a play. The singing must not get in the way of the drama.
To tell you the truth, I never listen to opera at home.
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