The article reflects on an opera singer's idyllic upbringing on a sheep farm in north Wales, highlighting the musical environment created by his family. Participating in local singing competitions, he developed ambitions for a musical career, later receiving a scholarship to the Guildhall School of Music. Balancing a demanding performing schedule with family life proved challenging, though he cherishes shared experiences with his wife and children. The singer also reflects on the importance of preparation and honing his craft while expressing a desire to improve his language skills for performances in multiple languages.
I like to have a polished nugget ready to go when I open the door of any Opera House.
When I was trying to build my career, I might be away performing for 14 weeks, and sometimes the kids joined me.
Of course, music plays an important part in that. My hardest challenge? Managing my time at home.
I was a lad who hadn't left his square mile. When I went to audition at the Guildhall School of Music, it was my parents' first time to London, too.
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