Jesus Garcia, tenor

Internationally acclaimed tenor, Jesus Garcia, has been praised by the press for his “soaring vocalism” and his “dynamic stage presence”. He specializes in the romantic roles of the French and Italian repertoires. Critically acclaimed appearances of the recent past include the role of “Rufus” in the new opera “Desert In” with Boston Lyric Opera, Rodolfo in “La Boheme” with Opera Columbus, Tebaldo in “I Capuleti e i Montecchi” with Opera Omaha, his debut in the title role of Gounod's "Faust" at the Savonlinna Opera Festival in Finland under the baton of Philippe Auguin, Count Almaviva in “Il Barbiere di Siviglia” with Boston Lyric Opera, and Rodolfo in “La Boheme” with Tampere Talo in Finland. Other engagements include Garcia's debut as Giasone in Cherubini's "Medea" at Opera Omaha as well as his return to Nederlandse Reisopera as Alfredo in "La Traviata" and his return to the Badisches Staatstheater for the title role in Mozart's "La Clemenza di Tito." Recording credits include the world premiere recording of Jorge Martin’s "Before Night Falls," the Original Broadway Cast recording of Baz Luhrmann’s "La Boheme", and the Virgin Classics DVD recording of Laurent Pelly’s production of "La Vie Parisienne". Jesus has made several television appearances including the "Today Show," “Breakfast with the Arts” on A&E, and the "Tony Awards." He has been featured in the pages of numerous publications including "The New York Times," "Vogue," "Vanity Fair," "New York Magazine," and "Opera News." Learn more about Jesus.