Malena Muyala facts for kids
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Malena Muyala
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| Birth name | Malena Muyala |
| Born | 23 March 1971 San José de Mayo, Uruguay |
| Origin | Montevideo, Uruguay |
| Genres | Tango, milonga, Uruguayan pop |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
| Labels | Bizarro |
Malena Muyala, born on March 23, 1971, is a talented singer and songwriter from Uruguay. She is famous for her beautiful tango and milonga music. Malena has released many successful albums that have sold a lot of copies, earning gold and platinum awards. She has also performed concerts in Uruguay and in other countries.
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Growing Up with Music
Malena Muyala was born in San José de Mayo, Uruguay. Her family, especially her grandmother, strongly supported her love for music and theater. She loved to sing along to songs on the radio and television.
Early Theater and Music
When Malena was 11, she joined Teatro Macció. There, she took acting classes and performed in plays like "Nuestro Pueblo" (Our Town). She also learned to play the guitar and took singing lessons. Around age 12 or 13, she started several music groups. One of these was an all-female Murga group, which is a type of musical theater popular in Uruguay.
Moving to Montevideo
In 1988, Malena moved to Montevideo, the capital city. She planned to study medicine, but she also joined an acting group called Antimurga BCG. She acted and sang in their plays.
Malena's Music Journey
Malena Muyala's music career truly began in 1991. She won first prize at the First National Tango Contest of Uruguay. About 350 people from all over the country took part in this big competition.
First Tours and Albums
After winning the contest, Malena formed her own band. They toured all around Uruguay that same year. In 1994, she was invited to sing with the group Seda for a concert.
In 1997, Malena started a special project called "Malena Tanto Tango y Tanto Amor." This project was chosen by the Uruguayan Ministry of Culture. It allowed her to perform in six cities across Uruguay and in Montevideo during 1998.
In December 1998, Malena released her first album, Temas Pendientes (Unresolved Issues). This album quickly became one of the best-selling albums in Uruguay. It later earned a Disco de Oro (Gold Disc) award. In 2000, she toured Argentina with her music. She also recorded her second album, Puro Verso (Pure Verse), which was released that same year.
More Success and Live Shows
Malena released her third album, Viajera (Voyager), in 2007. This album also became a Gold-certified record. In December 2008, she performed a special show with the Philharmonic Orchestra of Montevideo. This concert celebrated the tenth anniversary of her first album.
In 2009, Malena recorded a live CD and her first DVD. This was filmed during a show called Malena Muyala en el Solís at the famous Solis Theatre.
Special Performances
In 2010, Malena performed for new lawmakers at the Palacio Legislativo (Legislative Palace). She was also invited to Argentina to sing for a bicentennial celebration. She performed again with the Philharmonic Orchestra of Montevideo for a special ceremony.
In 2011, Malena performed for Uruguay's bicentennial events. These events honored José Gervasio Artigas, a national hero, and the Oriental Revolution. She also recorded a song with other famous artists for Fundación Celeste. This group promotes sports and is supported by the Uruguay national football team.
Pebeta de mi Barrio Project
In 2011, Malena toured different neighborhoods in Montevideo. She listened to stories from the local people. She then put these experiences into a book and an album called Pebeta de mi Barrio. Her tour was recognized by the United Nations and UNESCO. It also won an award at the Festival Cubadisco in 2012.
Malena's Band Members
Malena Muyala performs with a talented group of musicians.
Current Band Members
- Fredy Pérez – guitar, vocals, arrangements
- Mauro Carrero – guitar
- Juan Rodríguez – cello, arrangements
- Enrique Anselmi – bass
- Gustavo Montemurro – piano, accordion
- Gerónimo de León – drum percussion
Past Band Members
- Shyra Panzardo – bass guitar
Malena's Albums
Malena Muyala has released several popular albums throughout her career.
Studio Albums
- Temas pendientes (Unresolved issues) – Released in 1998, this album became Platinum.
- Puro verso (Pure verse) – Released in 2000, this album earned a Gold award.
- Viajera (Voyager) – Released in 2006–07, this album also reached Platinum status.
- Pebeta de mi Barrio – Released in 2011, this was a special project that included both a CD and a book.
Live and Video Albums
- Malena Muyala en el Solís – Released in 2009, this album included a CD and a DVD of her live performance. The DVD achieved Platinum status.
Awards and Recognitions
Malena Muyala has received many awards and honors for her music and contributions.
- Spokesperson for the Fundación Álvarez Caldeyro Barcia
- Woman of the Year
- Joven Sobresaliente (Outstanding Young Person)
- Iris Award / Diario El País
- 2009: Outstanding Citizen of Montevideo
- 2010: Graffiti Award (Uruguay music award) for Best Tango album, Malena Muyala en el Solís.
- 2012: Festival Cubadisco 2012 award for Best International Album, Pebeta de mi Barrio.
See also
In Spanish: Malena Muyala para niños
