Mario Suárez (singer)
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Mario Suárez is a Venezuelan folk singer.
From very young, at the age of nine, was presented to Carlos Gardel
by his father, who was his driver during his visit to Venezuela, this meeting influence Mario Suárez in what will be his career as singer.
In 1936, Mario Suárez moved to Caracas
, beginning his career as child singer in amateur radio programs. In 1943 his professional career begins, when Teo Capriles helps him to enter at the Juan Manuel Olivares Choir, making a debut at the National Theater. That same year knows Billo Frómeta
, that gives to Suárez, the opportunity to sing in his orchestra, in 1946 thanks to Julio Rodriguez Tellería, enters at Radio Caracas Radio
, where is listened by the stars of the moment. Mexican singer Pedro Vargas
, support him, projecting his career to great scenes.
In 1953, started to sing along with the group Los Torrealberos of Juan Vicente Torrealba
, where popularize songs like: Sabaneando, La Paraulta, Rosangelina, La Potranca Zaina, among others. Also, sang with the orchestra of: Luis Alfonzo Larrain
, Aldemaro Romero
, Chucho Sanoja
, between others.
Like gremial leader, founds in 1950, along with Antonio Ríos, Carlos Lander and Sótero Rodriguez the Unified Federation of Workers of Venezuela, and in 1958 is designated like chief of public spectacles of the Federal District (Caracas) and Miranda state
, in 1966 is elect by two periods consecutive like president of the Venezuelan Association of Artists of the scene.
Once established his popularity as singer, dedicates at the promotion and diffusion of artists like his daughter Norah Suárez and Lila Morillo
. Mario Suárez has been an eminent singer, as much in Venezuela
, and the countries that has visited: Cuba
, Mexico
, Argentina
, Uruguay
, Brazil
, Colombia
among others. Receiving the most important condecorations, than gives the Venezuelan government, serving like inspiration for new generations.
From very young, at the age of nine, was presented to Carlos Gardel
Carlos Gardel
Carlos Gardel was a singer, songwriter and actor, and is perhaps the most prominent figure in the history of tango. He was born in Toulouse, France, although he never acknowledged his birthplace publicly, and there are still claims of his birth in Uruguay. He lived in Argentina from the age of two...
by his father, who was his driver during his visit to Venezuela, this meeting influence Mario Suárez in what will be his career as singer.
In 1936, Mario Suárez moved to Caracas
Caracas
Caracas , officially Santiago de León de Caracas, is the capital and largest city of Venezuela; natives or residents are known as Caraquenians in English . It is located in the northern part of the country, following the contours of the narrow Caracas Valley on the Venezuelan coastal mountain range...
, beginning his career as child singer in amateur radio programs. In 1943 his professional career begins, when Teo Capriles helps him to enter at the Juan Manuel Olivares Choir, making a debut at the National Theater. That same year knows Billo Frómeta
Billo Frómeta
Billo Frómeta was a Dominican Republic orchestra conductor, arranger and composer who lived and worked most of his life in Venezuela, where he is remembered.- Early career :...
, that gives to Suárez, the opportunity to sing in his orchestra, in 1946 thanks to Julio Rodriguez Tellería, enters at Radio Caracas Radio
Radio Caracas Radio
Radio Caracas Radio is a Venezuelan radio station. It is owned by Empresas 1BC, Venezuela's second largest privately-owned media corporation, which also owns Radio Caracas Televisión, a popular and controversial cable and satellite channel.-Background:...
, where is listened by the stars of the moment. Mexican singer Pedro Vargas
Pedro Vargas
Pedro Vargas Mata was a Mexican singer and actor, from the golden age of Mexican cinema. He was known as the "Nightingale of the Americas".-Biography:...
, support him, projecting his career to great scenes.
In 1953, started to sing along with the group Los Torrealberos of Juan Vicente Torrealba
Juan Vicente Torrealba
Juan Vicente Torrealba Pérez in Caracas, Venezuela, is a Venezuelan harpist and composer of popular music.Although born on the outskirts of Caracas, the family moved while he was very young to a ranch in Camaguán, Guárico. The poverty of the family and the region were such that he worked as a...
, where popularize songs like: Sabaneando, La Paraulta, Rosangelina, La Potranca Zaina, among others. Also, sang with the orchestra of: Luis Alfonzo Larrain
Luis Alfonzo Larrain
Luis Alfonzo Larrain , was a Venezuelan composer, music director and producer, better known as the Magician of the dancing Music.- Early life and career :...
, Aldemaro Romero
Aldemaro Romero
Aldemaro Romero was a Venezuelan pianist, composer, arranger and orchestral conductor. He was born in Valencia, Carabobo State.-Biography:...
, Chucho Sanoja
Chucho Sanoja
Jesús Chucho Sanoja , was a Venezuelan musician, pianist, composer, music director and arranger.- Early career :...
, between others.
Like gremial leader, founds in 1950, along with Antonio Ríos, Carlos Lander and Sótero Rodriguez the Unified Federation of Workers of Venezuela, and in 1958 is designated like chief of public spectacles of the Federal District (Caracas) and Miranda state
Miranda (state)
Miranda State is one of the 23 states into which Venezuela is divided. It is ranked second in population among Venezuelan states, after Zulia State. In June 30, 2010, it had approximately 2,987,968 residents. It also has the greatest Human Development Index in Venezuela, according to the...
, in 1966 is elect by two periods consecutive like president of the Venezuelan Association of Artists of the scene.
Once established his popularity as singer, dedicates at the promotion and diffusion of artists like his daughter Norah Suárez and Lila Morillo
Lila Morillo
Lila Morillo is a Venezuelan actress and singer.Morillo was born in Maracaibo. She moved to Caracas, to pursue her career in acting. At a young age, she met José Luis Rodríguez "El Puma", who became a singer and actor himself. In 1964, Morillo made her acting debut in Isla de sal...
. Mario Suárez has been an eminent singer, as much in Venezuela
Venezuela
Venezuela , officially called the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela , is a tropical country on the northern coast of South America. It borders Colombia to the west, Guyana to the east, and Brazil to the south...
, and the countries that has visited: Cuba
Cuba
The Republic of Cuba is an island nation in the Caribbean. The nation of Cuba consists of the main island of Cuba, the Isla de la Juventud, and several archipelagos. Havana is the largest city in Cuba and the country's capital. Santiago de Cuba is the second largest city...
, Mexico
Mexico
The United Mexican States , commonly known as Mexico , is a federal constitutional republic in North America. It is bordered on the north by the United States; on the south and west by the Pacific Ocean; on the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea; and on the east by the Gulf of...
, Argentina
Argentina
Argentina , officially the Argentine Republic , is the second largest country in South America by land area, after Brazil. It is constituted as a federation of 23 provinces and an autonomous city, Buenos Aires...
, Uruguay
Uruguay
Uruguay ,officially the Oriental Republic of Uruguay,sometimes the Eastern Republic of Uruguay; ) is a country in the southeastern part of South America. It is home to some 3.5 million people, of whom 1.8 million live in the capital Montevideo and its metropolitan area...
, Brazil
Brazil
Brazil , officially the Federative Republic of Brazil , is the largest country in South America. It is the world's fifth largest country, both by geographical area and by population with over 192 million people...
, Colombia
Colombia
Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia , is a unitary constitutional republic comprising thirty-two departments. The country is located in northwestern South America, bordered to the east by Venezuela and Brazil; to the south by Ecuador and Peru; to the north by the Caribbean Sea; to the...
among others. Receiving the most important condecorations, than gives the Venezuelan government, serving like inspiration for new generations.
See also
- VenezuelaVenezuelaVenezuela , officially called the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela , is a tropical country on the northern coast of South America. It borders Colombia to the west, Guyana to the east, and Brazil to the south...
- Venezuelan music
- Moliendo Café (album)Moliendo Café (album)Moliendo Café is a 2002 compilation album by Mario Suárez on the Yoyo USA label. The album presents songs of Venezuelan music.-CD 1:*1. Moliendo caféComposer: Hugo Blanco*2. Que hay de cuchipe...
- La música más pura y bella de VenezuelaLa música más pura y bella de VenezuelaLa música más pura y bella de Venezuela, is a Venezuelan music album, made by Juan Vicente Torrealba, Mario Suárez and Los Torrealberos, with the seal Discos Banco Largo , in this album presents different famous Torrealba's songs.- Track listing :...