So much is expected of him at this exact moment – and he delivers. The ease and simplicity with which he is able to deliver such a memorable performance, and at such a high level, despite the pressure of knowing that all eyes are on him, is something I really respect and admire. One thing my teacher always says is that you must have a cool head and a warm heart, not a hot head and a cold heart – and that’s exactly the sense I get from Pavarotti’s performance of this piece. The way he shapes his phrases in such a powerful and meaningful way has always inspired me as a musician and is something I still strive to perfect in my craft.