On stage, I am in the dark.
MARIA CALLASTo sing is an expression of your being, a being which is becoming.
More Maria Callas Quotes
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Some say I have a beautiful voice, some say I have not. It is a matter of opinion. All I can say, those who don’t like it shouldn’t come to hear me.
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There must be a law against forcing children to perform at an early age. Children should have a wonderful childhood. They should not be given too much responsibility.
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I would not kill my enemies, but I will make them get down on their knees. I will, I can, I must.
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I cannot switch my voice. My voice is not like an elevator going up and down.
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I don’t need the money, dear. I work for art.
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To sing is an expression of your being, a being which is becoming.
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Only my dogs will not betray me.
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When the curtain rises, the only thing that speaks is courage.
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When my enemies stop hissing, I shall know I’m slipping.
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I belong to the givers. I want to give a little happiness even if I haven’t had much for myself. Music has enriched my life and, hopefully – through me, a little – the public’s. If anyone left an opera house feeling more happy and at peace, I achieved my purpose.
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Love is so much better when you are not married.
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Don’t talk to me about rules, dear. Wherever I stay I make the goddam rules.
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I don’t know what happens to me on stage. Something else seems to take over.
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When I did not become enemies, then I understand that there was nothing standing.
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Real friends are very special, but you have to be careful because sometimes you have a friend and you think they are made of rock, then suddenly you realise they’re only made of sand.
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