Justino Díaz
Opera singer and acclaimed baritone
Born
January 29th, 1940
85 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Puerto Rico
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Celebrated as an opera singer, achieved prominence in the world of classical music. Gained recognition for performances at major opera houses, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York and La Scala in Milan. Performed in numerous operas such as 'Carmen' and 'Aida'. Notable for contributions to the field of opera and music education, serving as a mentor and teacher to aspiring musicians.
Performed at the Metropolitan Opera
Starred in 'Carmen' and 'Aida'
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