From his home in North Texas, José Miguel brings international artistry, refined musicianship and meaningful musical storytelling to opera and concert stages, weddings, corporate events, galas, cultural celebrations, private dinners, wine events and custom performance experiences. His work is grounded in the belief that classical artistry can be sophisticated without becoming distant, and that a powerful performance begins with a genuine connection to its audience.

His repertoire moves naturally between opera, art song, zarzuela, bolero, tango, Latin American song, classical crossover and select popular standards. Bilingual in English and Spanish, José Miguel creates polished, personal programs shaped around the audience, venue and spirit of each occasion. His Chilean heritage and commitment to Hispanic and Latin American musical traditions give particular depth to his performances of Spanish-language repertoire.

Selected appearances and collaborations include the Fort Worth Symphony, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Opera Tampa, La Musica Lirica, Meadows Museum and the Dallas Open ATP 500. Across recital, opera, orchestral and community settings, he is recognized for expressive singing, stylistic versatility and an ability to communicate directly with audiences.

During the 2026-2027 season, José Miguel appears in the continuing Arias of the Vine residency in Southlake, Texas, where opera is paired with wine, dining and storytelling. In November, he returns to St. Lawrence University in New York as a featured soloist with full orchestra. His international work also includes masterclasses and workshops at the Conservatorio de Música de Puerto Rico and Bellas Artes in the Dominican Republic. In January 2027, he returns to Chile as artistic director of the Colchagua Vocal Institute, the Santelices Foundation’s residential program for emerging classical singers and collaborative pianists from across the Americas.

Alongside his performance career, José Miguel is committed to the development of artists and the creation of meaningful performance opportunities. He directs Opera Workshop and teaches applied voice at Dallas College North Lake. His previous collegiate teaching includes work at the University of North Texas and Tarrant County College. He is also the founder of VOCES Academy of the Arts, a Dallas-Fort Worth voice academy focused on individualized training, and a founder and artistic leader of the Santelices Foundation.

José Miguel holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Vocal Performance from the University of Utah, with related study in opera production and direction. He earned a Master of Music from the University of South Florida and a Bachelor of Arts from St. Lawrence University. His doctoral work included the direction and production of Manuel de Falla’s El retablo de maese Pedro, the first Hispanic opera presented at the University of Utah.