José van Dam
Biography
José van Dam was a Belgian bass-baritone and actor known for his magnificent resonant and expressive voice. He began his career at the Paris Opera in 1961 and went on to perform with major companies worldwide, including La Scala, Covent Garden, and the Metropolitan Opera. A versatile artist, he also appeared in films such as Don Giovanni and The Music Teacher, and held a master position at the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel from 2004 to 2023.