Tony Succar facts for kids
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Tony Succar
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Succar in 2019
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Antonio Guillermo Succar Tayrako
18 May 1986 Lima, Peru
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| Nationality | Peruvian and American |
| Occupation | Musician, composer, arranger, producer |
| Parent(s) | Mimy Succar Antonio Succar |
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| Genres | Salsa, jazz, latin jazz, tropical |
| Years active | 1999-present |
Antonio Guillermo "Tony" Succar is a talented musician. He was born on May 18, 1986. Tony is a percussionist, composer, and producer. He is from Peru and the United States. His mother, Mimy Succar, is also a singer.
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Tony Succar's Early Life
Tony Succar was born in Lima, Peru. His father, Antonio F. Succar, was a pianist. His mother, Miriam Tayrako Sakaguchi, was a singer. She has Japanese roots. Tony has an older sister, Claudia, and a younger brother, Brian Kenyi. Brian is also an artist and producer.
When Tony was two years old, his family moved to the United States. They settled in Miami, Florida. Many of his relatives were musicians. They encouraged Tony to explore music. His family's musical journey started with his great-grandparents. Tony began playing the Peruvian cajón when he was just three. By age 13, he played drums with his parents' band. They performed at weddings and other events in Miami.
Tony Succar's Education
Tony went to Miami Sunset Senior High School. At that time, he dreamed of becoming a professional soccer player. He played on several teams, including his high school team. They won the state championships in 2004.
Later, Tony tried to get a soccer scholarship at Florida International University (FIU). When he could not get one, he asked his father for advice. His father told him to apply to FIU's School of Music. Tony auditioned for the Latin Jazz ensemble. He was quickly accepted. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Jazz Performance in 2008. He then completed his master's degree in 2010.
Tony Succar's Musical Journey
Tony Succar was already active in music during college. As a junior, he became the musical director of his family's band. He renamed the band Mixtura.
In 2010, Tony released an album. It was recorded live at his graduate recital. This CD/DVD featured Latin-style versions of classic Jazz songs. It also included his own original music. The album received many good reviews.
After graduating, Tony became an artist-in-residence at FIU in 2012. This means he continued to work with music students there. He is the youngest artist to hold this special position at FIU.
Tony has worked with many famous Latin music artists. These include Tito Nieves, La India, and Jon Secada. They all worked with him on his project, Unity: The Latin Tribute to Michael Jackson.
In 2019, Tony Succar was nominated for four Latin Grammy Awards. He won two awards: Best Salsa Album and Producer of the Year.
In 2023, Tony released an album called MIMY & TONY with his mother, Mimy Succar. This album features other artists like José Alberto "El Canario" and La India. Tony wrote about the album, which was nominated for a Grammy in 2024. It was nominated for Best Tropical Latin Album.
It combines the wisdom gained through years of experience with a modern and groundbreaking approach. “Mimy & Tony” celebrates beloved classics from Latin American artists while also introducing original hits by Mimy. Both Mimy and Tony shine on this project, not only as a remarkable mother-son duo but also as exceptional artists and creative partners.
The Unity Project
Unity: The Latin Tribute to Michael Jackson is a special project. It is a musical tribute to Michael Jackson. The project includes live shows and an album. The album has 14 Michael Jackson songs. They are rewritten with Latin influences, especially salsa.
Tony Succar was a big fan of Michael Jackson. He started and produced this project. Unity began in 2015 with a concert in Miami. PBS TV broadcasted the concert. Universal Music Classic also supported it.
Unity features over 100 musicians. Many Latin superstars are part of it. These include Tito Nieves, Jon Secada, and La India. Gloria Estefan presented the project on PBS TV.
In 2024, Tony Succar released a documentary film. It is called Mimy & Tony: The Creation of a Dream. This film is about Mimy Succar's life. It shows her musical comeback. This comeback happened after she was on La Voz Perú and got a Grammy Award nomination.
See also
In Spanish: Tony Succar para niños
