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Pilar Boyero
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Pilar Boyero Gómez
May 28, 1974 Cáceres, Spain
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| Years active | 1992–present |
| Awards | Cubadisco Award: Best internacional album |
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| Also known as | La Catedrática de la Copla ("The Professor of Copla") |
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| Instruments | Vocals |
Pilar Boyero Gómez, born on May 28, 1974, is a talented Spanish singer, radio host, and teacher. She is famous for her unique style in a type of Spanish music called copla. Pilar was born in Cáceres, and people often call her "La Catedrática de la Copla," which means "The Professor of Copla." This nickname shows how much she knows and loves this special music.
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Pilar's Journey in Music
Early Life and Training
Pilar studied law at the University of Extremadura. But her real passion was music! She spent five years learning to sing and play the piano at the "Hermanos Berzosa" Music Conservatory in Cáceres. She was even a soloist in the university choir. Later, she traveled to Seville to learn more about copla music from Maestro Borriño. She also studied in Madrid with Maestro Bazán.
Starting Her Career
In 1992, Pilar decided to become a professional copla singer. She had already impressed many people by singing at local events and festivals. That same year, she performed in a special concert honoring the composer Juan Solano in Cáceres. She shared the stage with famous artists like Lolita Sevilla and Paquita Rico. Pilar also took part in many cultural programs organized by the local government.
First Albums and Performances
Pilar released her first album, "El cante mío," in 1995. It was recorded in Mérida and played on major radio stations across Spain. She often performed outside her home region, singing in cities like Igualada and Vitoria. She also performed in theaters in Madrid. In May 1995, she was a special guest on a TV show called "Las noches del 47."
In 1996, Pilar performed with the famous pianist Felipe Campuzano in Cáceres. She also toured Morocco, singing in schools connected to the Spanish Embassy. In 1998, she started a summer tour with acoustic concerts (just piano, double bass, and voice) at the historic Ateneo Cultural Center in Madrid. She finished the tour with her full orchestra in Salamanca.
Her second album, "Pilar Boyero canta al Maestro Solano," came out in 1999. She celebrated its release with a concert at the Cáceres Auditorium.
Teaching and New Projects
Since 2002, Pilar has given talks about copla music. She discusses how copla is an important part of Spanish culture and its connection to laws and emotions. She also performed in a musical show called "Extremadura, los sonidos de un pueblo" at the Roman Theater of Mérida.
That same year, she launched her show "Una vida Entera." This project featured international artists like American trumpeter Jerry González and Spanish pianist Chano Domínguez. They were both in the movie Calle 54. Other amazing musicians, like saxophonist Jorge Pardo and violinist Ara Malikian, also joined her.
In 2004, Pilar released her album "Una vida entera." This album mixed copla with salsa and jazz, showing a new direction in her music. It was a big step forward in her career.
Radio Host and Tributes
Since 2006, Pilar has hosted and directed a radio show called "Soy lo prohibido" on Canal Extremadura Radio. The show is all about copla music. She also had a section called "La copla por montera" on another program.
In 2008, over 40 artists honored Pilar in an exhibition called "Divina Pilar" at the Gran Teatro de Cáceres. The exhibition showed Pilar as the "queen of copla" through photos, paintings, sculptures, and even graffiti.
In 2009, she was the herald (a special announcer) for the Medieval Carnival of Cáceres. She also appeared in a short film called "¡Cuánta mentira!".
In 2010, Pilar released the album "Cáceres-Manhattan." This album combined poetry, copla, and other music styles. It explored human relationships and surprised listeners with its unique sounds.
Since 2011, Pilar has been teaching 'History of Copla' at the University of Extremadura.
In 2011, she released an EP (a shorter album) called "... de puñalá." This work revisited classic copla songs with a modern feel. It featured collaborations with artists like Antonio Serrano and Jerry González. The title was inspired by a phrase from singer Carlos Cano, who described copla as raw and powerful.
Later that year, she recorded the song "Embrujá por tu querer" with Jerry González. This song blended New York jazz with flamenco, creating a unique sound.
In 2012, Pilar hosted a segment called "Cuadernos de copla" on the program "Nuestra tarde" on Canal Extremadura. In November 2012, she released "Por siempre Carlos Cano," an album honoring the singer-songwriter Carlos Cano. She also toured with a show of the same name, performing Carlos Cano's most famous songs.
Awards and Recent Work
Pilar has received many awards for her music and her work. In 2015, she won the "A Tu Vera Award" and the Grada Award for Leisure. She also received the Menina Award for her efforts to end violence against women.
In 2016, she performed with the Orchestra of Extremadura at the Roman Theater of Mérida. This performance was broadcast internationally, helping her reach new audiences in Latin America. That same year, she finished a tribute album to Juan Solano Pedrero called "Solano sinfónico," recorded with the Orchestra of Extremadura.
In 2017, she received the "Cáceres con nombre de mujer Award" for supporting women. In 2019, she won the "Las Vaguadas Award" for her dedication to education and children's rights.
In March 2020, Pilar released "Cuba por coplas." This album was recorded live in Havana with the National Symphony Orchestra of Cuba. It featured songs by Juan Solano Pedrero and was nominated for the Best International Album Cubadisco 2020-2021.
In July 2021, she released her latest album, "Notas de viajes," another tribute to Carlos Cano. His son, Pablo Cano, and Israel Rojas from the band Buena Fe collaborated on this album.
On November 15, 2021, Pilar honored the legendary singer Rocío Jurado with a show called "Algo se nos fue contigo" at the EDP Gran Via Theatre in Madrid. The show featured a fifteen-musician orchestra and flamenco dancers. Many famous people attended the event.
Days later, she performed with Omara Portuondo and Enrique Heredia Negri in a show called "Canciones de ida y vuelta."
In April 2022, Pilar was a judge at the San Remo Music Awards Cuba. She also performed concerts and gave talks in Cuba, singing with artists like Waldo Mendoza and Israel Rojas. She was nominated for the Cubadisco Awards again for Best International Album. She also performed at the WOMAD festival in Cáceres in 2022, sharing the history of copla from a woman's perspective.
In May 2022, Pilar won the Cubadisco 2022 Award for Best International Album! The award ceremony was in Havana, where she also performed.
In July 2022, she performed with Cuban artist Haila Mompié in Italy and received the Partagás' Friends Club Award. In August, she performed at the Salorino Copla Festival with other artists.
Helping Others with Music
Since 2006, Pilar has used copla music to help patients with Alzheimer's disease. This music has shown positive results for them. Since 2016, she has also performed concerts in nursing homes across Extremadura. These concerts, called “Vivir la copla” and “Te recuerdo,” are supported by local governments and foundations.
Albums by Pilar
- 1995: El cante mío
- 1998: Pilar Boyero canta al maestro Solano
- 2004: Una vida entera
- 2011: ... de puñalá
- 2016: Por siempre Carlos Cano
- 2020: Cuba por coplas
- 2021: Notas de viajes
Awards and Honors
- 2005: Premio Superolé 2005
- 2015: Premio Grada al ocio
- 2015: Premio A Tu Vera
- 2015: Premio Menina 2015
- 2017: Premio Cáceres con nombre de mujer
- 2017: Premio Las Vaguadas
- 2017: Premio Ellas 2020
- 2021: Nomination Cubadisco 2020-2021: Mejor Disco Internacional
- 2021: Embajadora del Capazo
- 2022: Nomination VI Premios Extremadura Exporta: Empresa de servicios
- 2022: Premio Cubadisco 2022: Mejor Disco Internacional
- 2022: Premio Club Amigos de Partagás
See also
In Spanish: Pilar Boyero para niños
