Katia Cardenal facts for kids
Katia Cardenal is a famous singer and songwriter from Nicaragua. She was born on June 19, 1963, in Managua, Nicaragua. Katia is known for her part in the nueva trova music style. This style often features songs about social issues and love. She and her brother, Salvador Cardenal, formed a popular music group called Duo Guardabarranco. Their group was famous for songs like "Guerrero del amor," "Guardabosques," "Casa Abierta," and "Colibri."
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Katia Cardenal's Life and Music
Early Life and Musical Start
Katia Cardenal was born in Nicaragua in 1963. She loved music from a young age. She sang in her school choir in Managua. When she was 16, Katia started performing with her brother Salvador. They named their group Duo Guardabarranco. This name comes from the national bird of Nicaragua. Their music became popular in Nicaragua and other countries. They were part of a movement called Nueva Canción Latinoamericana, which means "New Latin American Song."
Education and Teaching
In 1984, Katia finished her music education. She graduated from the Escuela de Música de Managua. After graduating, she worked as a teacher. From 1984 to 1994, she taught flute and solfa (music reading) in schools.
International Performances and Record Label
Katia Cardenal has traveled a lot to share her music. She has performed in many countries around the world. These include places in the Americas and Europe. She has worked with musicians from Norway, Nicaragua, and Sweden. In 2004, she started her own record label called Moka Discos. This allowed her to release her own music.
Katia Cardenal's Albums
Katia Cardenal has released many albums throughout her career. Here are some of her well-known works:
- Navegas por Las Costas (1999)
- Ven a Mi Casa Esta Navidad (2000)
- En Reveslandia (1999)
- Taube Pa Spanska: Fragancia (2001)
- Messe for Kari Og Ola: Misa Campesina (2008)
- Sueno de una Noche de Verano (2001)
- Hojarasca (2004)
- “Mariposa de alas rotas” (2007)
- ‘’Misa campesina nicaragüense’’ (2008)
- “Trampolín” (2017)
- “Basta un suspiro” (2018)
- “Aletea” (2020)
See also
In Spanish: Katia Cardenal para niños
- Music of Nicaragua
- Duo Guardabarranco
