Carlos Acuña facts for kids
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Carlos Acuña
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| Born |
Carlos Ernesto di Loreto
November 4, 1915 |
| Died | February 19, 1999 (aged 84) Buenos Aires
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| Nationality | Argentine |
| Occupation | Composer and singer |
| Known for | Tango vocalist |
Carlos Acuña (born November 4, 1915 – died February 19, 1999) was a famous Argentine Tango singer and composer. He was known for his amazing singing of the song La Calesita, which means "The Merry-Go-Round." As a composer, he was famous for his song Un boliche, meaning "A Tavern."
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Who Was Carlos Acuña?
Carlos Acuña was born Carlos Ernesto di Loreto. He started his music career in the 1930s. People quickly recognized him for his deep and very expressive voice. He worked with many great orchestra leaders.
Early Career and Friends
Carlos Acuña performed with famous musicians like Ernesto de la Cruz. He also sang with Carlos di Sarli and Mariano Mores. A close friend of his, the poet Celedonio Flores, often introduced him on stage. Flores was a well-known tango lyricist.
Musical Journey and Success
In 1955, Carlos Acuña joined Mariano Mores' orchestra. Together, they recorded 15 albums. These albums were released by Odeon Records. His music became very popular.
Traveling the World with Tango
Carlos Acuña traveled to many countries to perform. He found great success in places like Uruguay, Mexico, Italy, and Spain. During his time in Spain, he became friends with Juan Perón, who was living there at the time. Acuña lived in Spain for 17 years. He had a very successful career there.
Returning Home
In 1978, Carlos Acuña returned to Argentina. He continued to be a beloved figure in tango music.
Later Life and Legacy
Carlos Acuña passed away in Buenos Aires in 1999. He was buried in La Chacarita Cemetery. His music and his voice continue to be remembered and loved by tango fans around the world. He left behind a rich legacy of beautiful tango songs.
See also
- In Spanish: Carlos Acuña para niños
