About Alberto Domínguez
Lived 1913 – 1975 (aged 62). Alberto Domínguez was a Mexican composer, songwriter, marimba player and music arranger.
Alberto Domínguez Borrás (San Cristóbal de Las Casas, Chiapas, 21 April 1913 – Mexico City, 2 September 1975) was a Mexican marimbist and composer. He began his career in a marimba ensemble, Los Hermanos Domínguez. His most famous songs, both from 1939, are "Frenesi" and "Perfidia".
Songs
"Frenesi" (1939) "Perfidia" (1939) "A Rendezvous In Rio" (Xavier Cugat, 1941) "Un Momento" (Enric Madriguera, 1941) "Ranchero Soy" / "Al Son De La Marimba" (Rafael Medina, 1942) "Vamos A La Guerra" (Martin Y Malena, 1942) "Mala Noche" (Carlos Ramírez, 1943) "Juntos" (Eduardo Alexander, 1945) "Maybe Love Is Nothing But An Illusion" (Benny de Weille, 1949) "Bad Thoughts" (Lolita Garrido, 1949) "I've Been Waiting A Lifetime" (The Four Aces, 1953) "Amor Que Muere" (Lupita Palomera, 1957) "Humanidad" (Fernando Rosas and the Orchestra of Pablo Beltrán Ruiz, 1958)
Discography Perfidia ('Orquesta, canciones y arreglos de Alberto Dominguez' RCA Victor MKL 1068, ca. 1955)
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Who was Alberto Domínguez?
Mexican marimbist and composer (1913–1975)
When was Alberto Domínguez born?
Alberto Domínguez was born on 21 April 1913 in San Cristóbal de Las Casas.
When did Alberto Domínguez die?
Alberto Domínguez died on 2 September 1975 in Mexico City.
What was Alberto Domínguez's occupation?
Alberto Domínguez was a composer, songwriter, marimba player and music arranger.
What nationality was Alberto Domínguez?
Alberto Domínguez was Mexican.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Alberto Domínguez
· DBpedia: Alberto Domínguez (composer)
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