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“I then realized that I could never be satisfied again with the mere natural charm of my voice, that I had to constantly paint when singing, melting all the colors, expressing reds and blacks that had to be less primary but bursting with subtly colored combinations.”

Quote by Placido Domingo

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Placido Domingo

Placido Domingo, born on January 21, 1941, is a renowned opera singer and conductor from Spain. Known for his wide vocal range, exquisite singing skills, and versatile character portrayal, Domingo is considered one of the greatest opera artists of the 20th century. more

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