Dimash Joins Domingo and Carreras in Moving “My Way” Tribute at Virtuosos 2025

Is this the beginning of a new era for the legendary Three Tenors? At Virtuosos 2025, the remaining members of the original trio, Plácido Domingo and José Carreras, were joined by 31-year-old Kazakh vocal sensation Dimash Qudaibergen for a breathtaking rendition of “My Way.” The powerful performance also featured Croatian cello virtuoso Hauser and the Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra, making it a true cross-generational and international collaboration.

“My Way” has long been a hallmark of the Three Tenors’ repertoire, and this performance felt like a symbolic passing of the torch. It was a moment filled with reverence, nostalgia, and vocal mastery. Hauser opened with a stirring cello introduction, setting the mood for what would become an unforgettable tribute. Domingo, still in commanding form at age 84, began the first verse, his voice rich and resonant. Carreras and Dimash followed, each delivering emotionally charged verses that perfectly balanced strength and sensitivity.

Domingo and Dimash have shared the stage before, but this particular moment had an especially heartwarming quality. As Dimash sang, Domingo looked on with pride, a musical father figure acknowledging the brilliance of the next generation. The chemistry between all performers was palpable, creating a deeply moving atmosphere that resonated with viewers across the globe.

The performance, uploaded on June 7, 2025, quickly garnered over 2.7 million views on YouTube. Fans shared touching reactions, praising the performance not just for its technical brilliance but for its emotional depth. One viewer commented, “You could feel the appreciative way in which two global stars passed on their radiant light to the next generation, as well as Dimash’s respect.” Another added, “I am happy that Dimash’s childhood dream came true, and he performed on the same stage with the great maestros Domingo and Carreras. And his vocals were simply magical – deep, velvety, sensual.”

A Legendary Legacy

The performance evoked memories of the Three Tenors’ iconic rendition of “My Way” at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles during the 1994 FIFA World Cup. That concert, broadcast worldwide, drew over 1.3 billion viewers and remains a defining moment in classical crossover history. Back then, Luciano Pavarotti, Carreras, and Domingo each brought their unique flair to the piece — with Pavarotti delivering a show-stealing finale.

“My Way” was originally adapted by Canadian artist Paul Anka from the French song “Comme d’habitude.” Although Anka declined to record it himself, he offered it to Frank Sinatra, who made it an international hit. The song has since become a timeless classic — and in the hands of Domingo, Carreras, Dimash, and Hauser, it found new life for a new generation.

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