Charles-Isaac Denys, born in Paris in 1999, is a promising tenor with an impressive career grounded in classical music. Inspired by legends such as Enrico Caruso, Luciano Pavarotti, and Beniamino Gigli, as well as a close family member who encouraged him to express emotions through music, Charles hails from a lineage tied to the golden age of French classical music.

He began his vocal studies at the age of 13 as a countertenor, performing oratorio and baroque repertoire, including Handel’s Messiah and Vivaldi’s Gloria, in several churches in Paris. At 15, under the guidance of his teacher, he transitioned to tenor, discovering his true vocal identity.

In 2021, Charles moved to Rome after earning first place in the entrance competition for the prestigious Santa Cecilia Conservatory, ranked among the top five conservatories in the world. There, he is pursuing a master’s degree in voice under M° Michela Sburlati (world renowned specialist of the wagnerian repertoire), and since 2024, he has also been studying chamber music with M° Roberto Galletto.

Among his career highlights are his debuts as Siegmund in Wagner’s Die Walküre at the Teatro Palladium in Rome and Rodolfo in Puccini’s La Bohème at the Teatro Savoia in Campobasso, which he regards as one of his greatest achievements. He also performed as a tenor soloist in Puccini’s Messa di Gloria, conducted by M° Sieva Borzak, in collaboration with the RomaTre Orchestra and the International Opera Chorus, an event supported by Italy’s Ministry of Culture.

Charles has earned numerous awards, including Second Prize in the Emerging Voices category at the 16th Ruggero Leoncavallo Competition, Third Prize in the Opera category at the Enrico Caruso Competition, and the Iolanda Magnoni Prize at the Mattia Battistini Lyric Competition.

His media appearances include performances and interviews on Rai RadioTre’s Voci in Barcaccia, where he has discussed legendary tenors such as Carlo Bergonzi. He also featured in the Rai-produced fiction Portobello, directed by Marco Bellocchio, demonstrating his versatility as an artist.

With a passion for blending tradition and modernity, Charles-Isaac Denys continues to captivate audiences, combining academic depth with a vibrant stage presence. He aspires to embrace more roles and to expand his artistic reach through both performance and research.