La Serneta
Spanish flamenco singer
About La Serneta
Lived 1840 – 1912 (aged 72). La Serneta was a Spanish cantaor.
La Serneta (1837 in Jerez de la Frontera – 1910 in Utrera) was a famous Spanish flamenco singer (cantaora). She was seminal in soleares style. Her real name was Mercedes Fernández Vargas and she was a very popular celebrity in flamenco cafés.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was La Serneta?
Spanish flamenco singer (1840-1912)
When was La Serneta born?
La Serneta was born on 19 March 1840 in San Pedro.
When did La Serneta die?
La Serneta died on 18 June 1912 in Utrera.
What was La Serneta's occupation?
La Serneta was a cantaor.
What nationality was La Serneta?
La Serneta was Spanish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). La Serneta. https://biography.guide/la-serneta/
MLA: "La Serneta." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/la-serneta/.
Chicago: "La Serneta." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/la-serneta/.
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