About Rafael Barrientos
Lived 1915 – 2008 (aged 93). Rafael Barrientos was a Salvadoran musician.
Rafael "Lito" Barrientos (1919 – 2 August 2008) was founder of the “Orquesta Internacional de Lito Barrientos”. He was born in Armenia, Sonsonate Department, El Salvador.
The Orchestra "Lito Barrientos" is known, among other songs, for one of the most famous cumbias of all time, “Cumbia en do menor".
In 2007 he was named "Hijo Meritísimo of San Salvador" ("Most meritorious son of El Salvador"). The orchestra received his award at an event in the park of Colonia Montserrat, his place of residence. Moreover, at this same time the park was renamed after him.
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Who was Rafael Barrientos?
Salvadoran musician (1915–2008)
When was Rafael Barrientos born?
Rafael Barrientos was born on 8 July 1915 in Armenia.
When did Rafael Barrientos die?
Rafael Barrientos died on 2 August 2008.
What was Rafael Barrientos's occupation?
Rafael Barrientos was a musician.
What nationality was Rafael Barrientos?
Rafael Barrientos was Salvadoran.
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· Wikipedia: Rafael Barrientos
· DBpedia: Rafael Barrientos (musician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rafael Barrientos. https://biography.guide/rafael-barrientos/
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