Fernando Varela (singer)
Fernando Varela | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Fernando Julio Varela |
| Born | May 1, 1980 San Juan, Puerto Rico, |
| Genres | Classical, Pop Music, Classical Crossover |
| Occupation | Recording Artist |
| Instrument | Vocalist |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Labels | Universal Music Group, Universal Classics, Deutsche Grammophon, Verve Label Group |
| Website | https://www.fernandovarela.com |
Fernando Varela (born May 1, 1980) is a Puerto Rican operatic and classical crossover tenor, who has performed in staged operas, as a member of the classical crossover trio Forte Tenors, and as a solo artist. As a solo artist, he has toured internationally with David Foster, and also tours independently, having completed a European tour in 2016. In 2017, Varela debuted his PBS special "Fernando Varela: Coming Home", performed at the Grammy Museum Gala honoring David Foster, and joined Sarah Brightman on the Royal Christmas Gala tour November - December, 2017. From 2018 into 2020, Varela has toured extensively with David Foster, and has participated in several charitable events.