Quotes on

passion

7 quotes

Great dancers are not great because of their technique; they are great because of their passion.

On first falling in love with dance

That's when a spark ignited, a spark that became a fire and that has never left me.

Carla FracciAs quoted in Corriere della Sera, 2008 (reported by Euronews, May 2021)

What I hate is indifference. Our profession is to convey feelings.

Riccardo MutiInterview with Lawrence B. Johnson, Chicago On the Aisle, 13 October 2011

I still feel invincible.

Original (Spanish): Aún me siento invencible.

Marianela NuñezInterview with Ayelén Oliva, BBC News Mundo, 2026

Many other women have kicked higher, balanced longer, or turned faster. These are poor substitutes for passion.

Music – it's not only my profession, but also my passion.

Cecilia BartoliRolex Testimonee profile, rolex.com

On critics who say opera has no relevance

These pieces talk about an ardour, a passion and perseverance against terrifying obstacles, which is a life lesson as far as I'm concerned.

Antonio PappanoInterview with Mark Pullinger, Bachtrack, 4 June 2024