Carlos Mena

About

Spanish conductor and countertenor who has become particularly known for his recordings of legendary composers like Johann Sebastian Bach.

Before Fame

He received formal musical training at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis in Basel, Spain.

Trivia

In 2002, he won a Diapason d'Or for his recital of De Aeternitate.

Family Life

His elder brother, Juanjo Mena, is also a conductor.

Associated With

While studying at Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, he was trained by Ghent conductor Rene Jacobs.