Raquel Andueza facts for kids
Raquel Andueza was born on December 6, 1980, in Pamplona, Spain. She is a talented Spanish singer known as a soprano. A soprano is a type of classical singer who can sing very high notes.
Since 2003, Raquel has been a member of a singing group called La Colombina. This group is led by another singer named Josep Cabré. In 2011, Raquel started her own music company called Anima e Corpo. This company helps her release her own music.
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Singing and Recordings
Raquel Andueza has recorded many albums throughout her career. She often sings music from the Baroque period, which was a time in music history from about 1600 to 1750. She has worked with many different musical groups and conductors.
Working with Other Groups
Raquel has collaborated with several famous musical groups. She has sung with A Private Musicke, a group that focuses on older music. With them, she recorded songs from the 17th century, including "Alfabeto Songs."
She also worked with El Concierto Español and Orphénica Lyra. These groups often perform Spanish music from the past. For example, she sang on albums featuring music from the time of "Don Quijote" and old Spanish operas called zarzuelas.
Another group she has performed with is More Hispano, led by Vicente Parrilla. They explore different styles of historical music.
Singing with L'Arpeggiata
Raquel has also been a part of recordings with L'Arpeggiata, a very well-known group led by Christina Pluhar. With L'Arpeggiata, she has explored various types of music, including traditional Mediterranean songs and improvisations on classical pieces. She also sang on their recordings of music by the famous composer Monteverdi.
As a Group Member
Besides her solo work, Raquel is an important member of La Colombina. With this vocal quartet, she has recorded works by composers like Guerrero and Victoria.
She also sang with La Trulla De Bozes, a group that focuses on music from Seville around 1650.
Solo and Choir Work
Raquel has also performed as a soloist with different choirs. For example, she sang in a recording of Victoria's "Requiem." She also contributed to an album featuring music for the Chapel of the University of Salamanca.
See also
In Spanish: Raquel Andueza para niños
