Manuel García,
Opera Singer,
Spain
Before glory
He was a baritone singer who abandoned singing to pursue a teaching career at the Paris Conservatory in 1830.
About Manuel García
Spanish baritone singer and teacher best known for inventing the first-ever laryngoscope in 1854.
Family Life
He had sisters named Maria and Pauline.
Friends and colleagues
He had many famous pupils, including singer Jenny Lind.
Fast facts
He lived until the age of 101.