Josep Carreras

José Carreras, is the stage name of Josep Maria Carreras i Coll, a tenor who is particularly known for his performances in the operas of Verdi and Puccini.Born in Barcelona, he made his debut on the operatic stage at 11 as Trujamán in Manuel de Falla's El retablo de Maese Pedro and went on to a career that encompassed over 60 roles, performed in the world's leading opera houses and in numerous recordings.