José Carreras is a celebrated Spanish operatic tenor, renowned for his powerful and emotive voice, which has enthralled audiences across the globe. Born on December 5, 1946, in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, he began singing at a very young age, making his opera debut at the age of 11. Carreras rose to international fame in the 1970s and 1980s as one of the "Three Tenors," alongside Luciano Pavarotti and Plácido Domingo. The trio's performances, particularly during the 1990 World Cup in Italy, brought operatic music to a wider audience and cemented Carreras's status as one of the leading tenors of his generation.

Renowned for his performances in the works of Verdi and Puccini, José Carreras has also been a dedicated interpreter of Spanish operatic roles, especially from the zarzuela genre, as demonstrated by his "Zarzuela Recital: Jose Carreras." His discography is extensive, capturing the breadth of his repertoire, including albums such as "The Art Of José Carreras" and "Carreras: The 50 Greatest Tracks." Despite facing a life-threatening battle with leukemia in the late 1980s, Carreras made a remarkable return to the stage, continuing to perform while also establishing the José Carreras International Leukemia Foundation to aid in the fight against the disease. His artistry and his humanitarian work have both left indelible marks on the classical music world and beyond.

Genres

Classical Tenor

Opera

Operatic Pop

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Latest Release

The Art Of José Carreras

José Carreras•

Giuseppe Verdi•

Saverio Mercadante•

Gaetano Donizetti•

Vincenzo Bellini•

Amilcare Ponchielli•

Giacomo Puccini

Album - 31 Tracks - Released October 24, 2023