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JOSÉ TORRES OVANDO (MEXICO CITY, MEXICO, 1892 – MEXICO CITY, MEXICO, 1936)
He studied with José G. Aragón and José E. Pierson before perfecting his vocal technique in Italy. A versatile performer, he was a member of the Popular Opera Company and received critical acclaim for his appearances at the National Theatre, where he performed alongside noted artists such as Luisa Larraza, Beatriz Franco, Soledad Goyzueta, and Luisa Tetrazzini.
In 1899, he participated in the Mexican premiere of Puccini’s Le villi, singing the role of “Guillaume” at the Renacimiento Theatre. He also took part in the premieres of El rey poeta (1901) and Nicolás Bravo (1910). His extensive repertoire encompassed not only opera but also operetta and zarzuela, showcasing his adaptability and wide-ranging talent.
TRACKLIST
Carmen (Bizet) Canción del torero Victor 99065 S-335
Chin chun chan (Luis Jordá) Danza (w. Señoritas Perez) Victor 98062 61-Z
Dicen que no Danza mexicana Victor 98061 20-Z
El pobre Valbuena (Valverde-Torregrosa) Habanera El ponpón (w. Señoritas Perez) Victor 98092 97-Z
La gran vía (Chueca) Jota de las 3 ratas (w. Gil & Hermosa) Victor 62031-B 71-Z
La tempestad (Chapi) Ya el trueno apagado Victor 62018-A 80-Z
Lima de octubre (Martinez) Danza Columbia C2618 13854
Marina (Arrieta) Brindisi (w. Gil) Victor 62278-A 12-Z
Marina (Arrieta) No sabes tú que yo tenía (w. Millanes & López) Columbia C 1156
Marina (Arrieta) Teresa no está, Es traidor aquél rostro (w. López, Carlota Millanes & Flores, spoken) Columbia C1158
Pérjura (Miguel Lerdo de Tejada) Victor 62277-A 19-Z
Pobre alma mia (Berrueco) Danza Columbia C312 13592
Si tu me amaras (Denza) Romanza Victor 98053 123-Z
Tristezas (Caballero) Edison 18505
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