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Deaths of Venezuelan musicians Freddy García and Omar Rojas
Overview
The Venezuelan music community is mourning the loss of two prominent figures in the guaracha and tropical genres.
Freddy García, a founder of the Micro Combo Dabajuro, died in the early hours of November 5 in Dabajuro, Falcón state. García helped establish the group in 1975, contributing to over five decades of musical influence with hits such as “Juego de Azar” and “María La O”.
Omar Rojas, a singer, composer, and cultural promoter, passed away on November 7 in Cabimas, Zulia state, due to reported cardiac complications. Rojas had a career spanning more than 40 years, including work with the group Nueva Era and his own ensemble, Omar Rojas y su Fiesta Brava. In addition to his musical career, he served as the Director of Culture for the Lagunillas Municipality.
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[CULTURE] 3 sourcesSinger and composer Omar Rojas dies in Venezuela
Venezuelan singer and composer Omar Rojas has died following a heart attack, leaving a 40-year musical legacy in the Zulia region.
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesVenezuelan musicians Freddy García and Omar Rojas pass away
Venezuelan musicians Freddy García, founder of Micro Combo Dabajuro, and Omar Rojas, a prominent Zulia singer and cultural director, have passed away.
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meridiano.net · noticiasaldiayalahora.co · primeraedicioncol.com · primicia.com.ve