 A stylish singer, with a light and attractive voice, he can be heard on several recordings of French opera and operetta released by EMI France, often partnering Mady Mesplé, the most famous being "Lakmé", under Alain Lombard, in 1970, in which he sings the role of Gérald.He also recorded the small role of Hadji in the same opera, opposite Natalie Dessay in 1998.Burles is still active today teaching and performing.