Daniel Rodriguez ( born May 24 , 1964 ) is a Puerto Rican American operatic tenor from New York City . He became known as " The Singing Policeman " in his former work with the New York City Police Department , due to his role as one of the department 's designated National Anthem singers . In the aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks , he received widespread attention with his rendition of " God Bless America " , which he sang at memorial events and on television . This led to an offer of formal training from Plácido Domingo . Rodriguez has recorded numerous albums , and appeared as lead tenor in several operas . He regularly appears in support of his chosen charities , as well as performing a full domestic and international concert schedule
September 11 terrorist attacks
September 11 attacks
Daniel Rodríguez (tenor)