Puerto Rico

Cachita by Rafael Hernandez

Cachita by Rafael Hernandez (1892-1965) Rafael Hernández was one of the most important composers of Puerto Rican popular music during the 20th century. The impact of Hernandez’s songs among Puerto Ricans was felt when Puerto Rican singer Marc Anthony recorded Hernández’s “Preciosa” and sang said song in a 2005 concert in New York City’s Madison …

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Amor De Mayo by Guillermo Venegas Llovereas

Amor De Mayo by Guillermo Venegas Lloveras (1915-1993) Guillermo Venegas Lloveras was born in Quebradillas. Quebradillas is a small town on the north coast of Puerto Rico. Guillermo composed boleros, waltzes, tangos, marches, danzas, and his favorite, classical. In his youth he dedicated his time to popular music and art songs, as composer, guitar player …

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