About Juan Madera
Lived 1922 – 2024 (aged 102). Juan Madera was a Colombian composer, clarinetist and musician.
Juan Bautista Madera Castro (May 7, 1922 – July 28, 2024) was a Colombian composer and clarinetist, best known as the creator of the famous cumbia song "La Pollera Colorá".
In 2021 he was awarded the Medal of Cultural Merit from the Ministry of Culture (Colombia) for his outstanding contribution to Colombian culture.
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Who was Juan Madera?
Colombian composer (1922-2024)
When was Juan Madera born?
Juan Madera was born on 7 May 1922 in Sincé.
When did Juan Madera die?
Juan Madera died on 28 July 2024 in Sincelejo.
What was Juan Madera's occupation?
Juan Madera was a composer, clarinetist and musician.
What nationality was Juan Madera?
Juan Madera was Colombian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Juan Madera. https://biography.guide/juan-madera/
MLA: "Juan Madera." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/juan-madera/.
Chicago: "Juan Madera." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/juan-madera/.
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