Osvaldo Farrés

Osvaldo Farrés was a Cuban composer and musician who is best known for his song "Quizás, Quizás, Quizás". He is considered one of the most important composers of the 20th century in Latin America.

Osvaldo Farrés

Osvaldo Farrés was a Cuban composer, musician, and singer who was born in Havana in 1907. He is best known for his boleros, a type of romantic Latin music. He was a prolific composer, writing over 500 songs, many of which have become classics.

Farrés was born into a musical family and began playing the piano at a young age. He studied music at the National Conservatory of Music in Havana and later moved to New York City to pursue a career in music. He worked as a pianist and arranger for a number of Latin bands, including the Orquesta Casino de la Playa and the Orquesta Riverside.

Farrés is most famous for his boleros, which he wrote in a variety of styles. He wrote both traditional and modern boleros, often incorporating elements of jazz and other genres. His most famous songs include “Quizás, Quizás, Quizás”, “Perfidia”, and “Bésame Mucho”.

Farrés was also a talented singer, and he released several albums of his own music. He was a popular performer in Cuba and the United States, and he toured extensively throughout his career. He was also a successful businessman, owning several music publishing companies.

Farrés died in Havana in 1971. He left behind a legacy of beautiful music that continues to be enjoyed by fans around the world. His songs have been covered by many famous artists, including Nat King Cole, Elvis Presley, and the Beatles. He is remembered as one of the most influential composers of Latin music.