Javier Camarena, born March 26, 1976, in Xalapa, Mexico, is a tenor known for
his bel canto repertoire. He studied flute before transitioning to vocal studies
at the University of Veracruz and Guanajuato. His breakthrough came in 2004 with
the first prize at the Carlo Morelli competition, debuting as Tonio in La Fille
du régiment. Camarena joined the Zurich Opera in 2006 and debuted at Paris Opera
in 2008 as Count Almaviva in Le Barbier de Séville. He has performed at major
venues worldwide, including the Metropolitan Opera. Notable roles include Ramiro
in La Cenerentola and Artu...