Josep Ramon Olivé is a Spanish baritone who has made a name for himself in the world of classical music. Born on May 22, 1987, in Granollers, a town near Barcelona, Olivé grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a choir conductor, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Olivé was exposed to classical music and began singing in his father's choir. Olivé's talent for singing was evident from an early age, and he began taking voice lessons when he was just 12 years old. He continued to study music throughout his teenage years, attending the Escolania de Montserrat, a prestigious boys' choir in Catalonia, and later the Conservatori Superior de Música del Liceu in Barcelona. In 2010, Olivé won first prize in the Concurso Permanente de Jóvenes Intérpretes de Juventudes Musicales de España, a national competition for young musicians. This was a major turning point in his career, as it gave him the opportunity to perform in some of Spain's most prestigious concert halls and festivals. Olivé continued to win awards and accolades throughout his early career, including the first prize in the Concurso Internacional de Canto de Logroño in 2012 and the first prize in the Concurso Internacional de Canto de Toulouse in 2013. These victories helped to establish Olivé as one of the most promising young baritones in Europe. In 2014, Olivé made his debut at the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona, one of the most important opera houses in the world. He performed the role of Schaunard in Puccini's La bohème, and his performance was widely praised by critics and audiences alike. This was a major milestone in Olivé's career, as it gave him the opportunity to work with some of the most renowned conductors and directors in the world of opera. Since then, Olivé has performed in some of the most prestigious opera houses and concert halls in Europe, including the Teatro Real in Madrid, the Opéra de Lille, the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, and the Royal Opera House in London. He has also collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors of our time, including Sir John Eliot Gardiner, Jordi Savall, and William Christie. One of Olivé's most notable performances was his portrayal of the title role in Mozart's Don Giovanni at the Festival d'Aix-en-Provence in 2017. This was a highly anticipated production, as it was directed by the acclaimed British director Simon McBurney and conducted by the renowned French conductor Marc Minkowski. Olivé's performance was widely praised by critics, who hailed him as a rising star in the world of opera. In addition to his work in opera, Olivé is also an accomplished recitalist and chamber musician. He has performed in some of the most prestigious chamber music festivals in Europe, including the Festival de Música de Cámara de Sant Pere de Rodes and the Festival Internacional de Música de Cadaqués. He has also collaborated with some of the most renowned chamber music ensembles, including the Cuarteto Casals and the Trio Wanderer. Olivé's repertoire is wide-ranging, encompassing works from the Baroque era to the present day. He is particularly known for his interpretations of Mozart, Schubert, and Spanish composers such as Manuel de Falla and Joaquín Rodrigo. His voice has been described as warm, rich, and expressive, with a natural elegance and musicality that sets him apart from other baritones of his generation. In addition to his performing career, Olivé is also a dedicated teacher and mentor.

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