José Carreras: A Voice of Catalonia and a Beacon of Hope José Maria Carreras Coll, born in Barcelona in 1946, is more than just an operatic tenor; he’s a cultural icon inextricably linked to the soul of Catalonia. His journey from a modest childhood in Sants to international acclaim as one of “The Three Tenors” – alongside Luciano Pavarotti and Plácido Domingo – represents not only extraordinary vocal talent but also a profound dedica…