On June 6, 2025, the stage of Virtuosos—the renowned international talent show—was transformed into a once-in-a-lifetime moment in music history. In celebration of the show’s 10th anniversary, operatic legends Plácido Domingo and José Carreras were joined by global sensation Dimash Qudaibergen and cello maestro HAUSER for a stunning performance of Frank Sinatra’s classic, “My Way.”
What unfolded was not merely a performance—it was an artistic conversation across generations. Domingo and Carreras, both veterans of the iconic Three Tenors, brought their rich, seasoned vocals, while Dimash elevated the moment with his unmatched four-octave range. HAUSER, ever the emotional anchor, painted each verse with haunting, cinematic depth through his cello, adding a layer of gravity that turned the arrangement into something transcendent.
A Dream Fulfilled
Dimash, clearly humbled by the collaboration, later described the duet as a “dream come true,” revealing that Domingo had long been a personal hero. “I enjoy your art as well,” Domingo once told him—an affirmation Dimash called “unforgettable.” That connection radiated through the performance as the two traded verses with profound emotional resonance.
The arrangement honored the spirit of Sinatra’s 1968 anthem while also recalling the Three Tenors’ celebrated 1994 tribute to Ol’ Blue Eyes. And yet, this version felt entirely new. Carreras’s heartfelt phrasing, Domingo’s soaring crescendos, Dimash’s ethereal high notes, and HAUSER’s poetic cello lines combined to form an interpretation that was reverent yet refreshingly modern.
Their voices weaved in and out like a symphonic relay, culminating in a final crescendo that felt like time itself had paused—a perfect metaphor for the song’s timeless message of living life on one’s own terms.
Legacy in Motion
Filmed for Virtuosos’ global YouTube audience, the performance was more than a musical collaboration—it was a symbolic passing of the torch. Backstage, Dimash spoke of the “priceless wisdom” gained from sharing the stage with the maestros. HAUSER’s contribution was equally vital, his cello not just an accompaniment, but a voice of its own—tender, commanding, and expressive.
This unforgettable collaboration served as a testament to the enduring power of song and the way true artistry evolves yet remains deeply rooted in emotion. In the hands of these four masters, “My Way” transcended genre, language, and time—proving that music, when done with heart, never grows old.
