Mexican Tenor Joaquín Ledesma Marquina Dies Onstage at 55

On September 5, 2026, Joaquín Ledesma Marquina, a 55-year-old Mexican tenor, vocal educator, and choral conductor, passed away from a heart attack while performing at the Centro de las Artes de Querétaro. Despite the efforts of the Medical Emergency Coordination Center (CRUM) personnel to revive him, he was declared dead. His family revealed that he had a history of heart issues, having experienced four heart attacks prior. Born on April 11, 1971, Ledesma Marquina was instrumental in the opera scene of Querétaro and co-founded the “Voces Queretanas” choir. At the time of his passing, he was directing the inclusive choir Concerttato. He made his European debut at the Staatsoper Stuttgart during the 2006-07 season, with a repertoire featuring works by Bach, Rossini, Beethoven, and Handel. The obituary was penned by Francisco Salazar, a seasoned journalist and media producer with a background in classical music.