José Cura

José Cura (born December 5, 1962 in Rosario, Argentina) a world-famous opera tenor singer known for his intense and original interpretations of his characters, notably Verdi?s Otello and Saint-Saëns? Samson, as well as for his unconventional and innovative concert performances.

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December 5 - 1962 - Rosario - Argentina - Opera - Tenor - Verdi - Otello - Saint-Saëns - Samson

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José Cura was the first artist to sing and conduct simultaneously (both in concert and on recordings) and the first to combine singing with symphonic works in a ?half and half? concert format.

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Cura made operatic history when he first conducted Cavalleria Rusticana and then stepped on stage after intermission to sing Canio in Pagliacci at the Hamburg Opera in February 2003.

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Pagliacci - Hamburg - Opera

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A compelling actor and charismatic stage performer, Cura has been featured in numerous telecasts of opera and concert productions from venues around the world.

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