About Elías M. Soto
Lived 1858 – 1944 (aged 86). Elías M. Soto was a Colombian composer.
Elías Mauricio Soto Uribe (September 22, 1858, Cúcuta, Granadine Confederation – October 11, 1944, Cúcuta, Colombia) was a Colombian musician and composer.
He played siren, bugle, trombone, tuba, piano, guitar, and organ in several bands. He was also the director of the Departmental Band of Norte de Santander in Cúcuta.
One of his notable works is the bambuco song "Brisas del Pamplonita" composed for Elisa Ramirez, whom he would eventually marry. Oriol Rangel included it for its degree of pianist in the National Conservatory.
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Who was Elías M. Soto?
Colombian musician (1858-1944)
When was Elías M. Soto born?
Elías M. Soto was born on 22 September 1858 in Cúcuta.
When did Elías M. Soto die?
Elías M. Soto died on 11 October 1944 in Cúcuta.
What was Elías M. Soto's occupation?
Elías M. Soto was a composer.
What nationality was Elías M. Soto?
Elías M. Soto was Colombian.
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