Jonas Kaufmann: confessions of a superstar and highlights from his most powerful arias

Meet top tenor Jonas Kaufmann in the San Carlo theater of Naples, Italy! This is where he performed Radamès in Verdi’s semi-staged “Aida”. In an exclusive interview, the artist talks about his career, and how he has always been destined to become a singer. In addition, Kaufmann reveals some surprising tricks of the trade. Opera singers don’t just need talent and drive to succeed, he says, they also have to be completely unafraid when performing in front of an audience. Being a top-ranked singer is hard work, but incredibly rewarding. Jonas Kaufmann is not one to mince words: He speaks openly about strains in his career, trouble with his voice, his comeback, and when it’s time to retire. Enjoy the riveting tales of a remarkable singer – and marvel at some of his finest moments! Subscribe to DW Classical Music: Watch more portraits: #JonasKaufmann #GiuseppeVerdi