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José Carreras

Spanish Tenor

José Carreras was born on December 5, 1946 in Barcelona. He was discovered in 1971 by Spanish opera star Monserrat Caballé and went on to become one of the famous “three tenors” along side Placido Domingo and Luciano Pavarotti. At the peak of his career in 1987 Carreras was diagnosed with leukemia. A bone marrow transplant is responsible for saving his life.

Date 05.12.2016
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José Carreras turns 70 05.12.2016

José Carreras is celebrating his 70th on his farewell world tour. For his birthday, he'll be in Japan. The Spanish tenor's illustrious career spans over 45 years

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He leads two opera houses, has recorded countless albums, conducts and continues to sing with an astounding voice: Placido Domingo, the musical multi-talent, looks back at an outstanding career.

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