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Mercedes Sosa

Mercedes Sosa (1935–2009) was an Argentine singer and musician.

Also recorded as Haydée Mercedes Sosa; Haydee Mercedes Sosa; La Negra.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Haydée Mercedes Sosa.

Born at San Miguel de Tucumán in 1935, died at Buenos Aires in 2009.

In detail

the recorded working language is Spanish.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are trova, traditional folk music, folk music and popular music.

Positions recorded include UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.

Works named in the authority record are Todo cambia.

Distinctions recorded are Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres‎, Order of Cultural Merit (Brazil), Latin Grammy Award for Best Folk Album and Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Mercedes Sosa”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q216450: Mercedes Sosa

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