The great tenor José Carreras, together with the powerful Orchestra del Teatro dell’Opera di Roma and the Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, under the talented baton of Zubin Mehta, created an impressive version of Granada. The famous song by composer Agustín Lara, with its sweet and tragic melody, was performed by Carreras with all the passion and strong emotions, depicting a mysterious and romantic Granada. The combination of Carreras’ powerful voice and Mehta’s talent for conducting brought about a wonderful emotional journey, depicting the eternal beauty of this city in every note, making the audience unable to take their eyes off the performance.

May be an image of 3 people

José Carreras: “Granada” – An Emotional Journey Through Spanish Music

José Carreras, one of the legendary tenors of the classical music world, gave an emotional performance of Granada, accompanied by the powerful Orchestra del Teatro dell’Opera di Roma and Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino under the direction of Zubin Mehta. This performance, recorded in 1990, brought to life the intense emotions of the piece, immersing the listener in the colorful world of Spanish music.

This may contain: an older man in a suit and tie smiling at the camera while wearing a checkered shirt

Granada is one of the most famous songs by Spanish composer Agustín Lara, with a bright, romantic but also very tragic melody. The song celebrates the beauty and mystery of the city of Granada, a place deeply marked by Spanish history and culture. The lyrics of the song not only speak of love and admiration but also contain a deep nostalgia, as a tribute to the eternal beauty of this city.

José Carreras, with his wonderful tenor voice, performed the song completely and emotionally. The way he breathed life into each line, with a perfect combination of vocal technique and expression, took the listener on a mesmerizing musical journey. Carreras’ voice, warm and powerful, expressed the passion and admiration he had for Granada, and through it, conveyed the romance and mystery of this city.

The orchestra under the direction of Zubin Mehta highlighted the power of the music with powerful, lively passages. Conductor Zubin Mehta created a wonderful musical space, enhancing the beauty of each note, bringing a listening experience that penetrates deeply into the emotions. The performance was not only a perfect combination of vocals and orchestra, but also a testament to the talent of top artists, creating an unforgettable musical moment.