Spain commemorates 50th anniversary of singer Evangelina Sobredo Galanes' death
Fifty years after a fatal road accident in Zamora claimed the life of 27‑year‑old singer Evangelina Sobredo Galanes, known as Cecilia, Spanish television aired a special tribute. TVE's programme "Tesoros de la Tele" on La 2 presented archival performances, interviews and personal recollections, with contributions from her sister Teresa Sobredo. The broadcast highlighted her folk‑rock style, her bilingual recordings in Spanish and English, and her influences from artists such as Bob Dylan and Joan Baez. It also recalled her participation in the OTI Festival a few months before her death, where she placed second with the song "Amor de medianoche" composed by Juan Carlos Calderón.
The tribute underscores Cecilia's lasting impact on Spanish music, celebrating her lyrical courage and the continued resonance of her songs in contemporary culture.
Entities: Evangelina Sobredo Galanes · Juan Carlos Calderón · OTI Festival · TVE · Teresa Sobredo
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- [● 4 SOURCES] TVE aired a program titled 'Tesoros de la Tele' on La 2 featuring Cecilia's performances and interviews. (All articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] She was 27 years old at the time of her death. (All articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] She placed second at the OTI Festival with the song 'Amor de medianoche' composed by Juan Carlos Calderón. (All articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] She performed under the stage name Cecilia. (All articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Her music was influenced by Bob Dylan and Joan Baez. (All articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Evangelina Sobredo Galanes died in a road accident in Zamora fifty years ago. (All articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Her sister Teresa Sobredo contributed to the TVE tribute program. (All articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] She recorded songs in both Spanish and English. (All articles)