Mexican American tenor Josh Diaz will perform with pianist Mark Markham for the opening concert of the season for the 2022/2023 Spire Series. The music will include works by John Carter, Henri Duparc, and Richard Strauss, along with his interpretation of mariachi songs, a reflection of his family’s heritage. Hailing from San Angelo, Texas, Josh received his Graduate Performance Diploma in Opera (2015) from the Peabody Conservatory where he studied with Dr. Stanley Cornett. During that period, he also served as a staff singer and soloist in the First & Franklin Sanctuary Choir. Having performed many roles in both operatic and concert performances, Josh has been praised for his “rich and agile voice and sensitive interpretation."