[ ClassicalX ] The five minute interview: Natasha Marsh

Natasha will be appearing at the Llangollen International Music festival alongside Blake as a special celebrity guest on Friday 10th July 2009. Make sure you book your ticket today...before you go though, why not read our five minute interview with your favourite soprano...

A phrase/word I use too often is...
"Absolutely' - I often hear myself saying it in interviews and cringe

A common misperception about me is...
I'm aloof because I love dressing up and singing opera. I love nothing better than putting on my jeans and having a good cuppa!

My biggest fear is...
losing those I love dearly

The best piece of advice I've ever been given was...
you can only do your best

My idea of the perfect weekend is...
a remote bed and breakfast in the hills with beautiful walks and a great cooked breakfast - or a quick break in the latin quarter of Paris - so romantic!

One thing I can't live without is...
My macbook laptop - sad I know but it's my lifeline to friends and families

The quirkiest thing about me is...
I am obsessed with baking cakes

The first album I ever bought was...
' 'The Nolans!'

The most exciting thing ever to happen to me /was...
Singing on stage with Jose Carreras. I couldn't believe it was happening!

The song/music I listened to last was...
'Crazy little thing called love' with Michael Buble whilst encouraging my little boy to jump up and down on his bouncer!

My philosophy in life is...
Be truthful, love the people close to you, work hard and enjoy what you do

The next project I plan to work on is...
A new album.....