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Arturo Somohano was born on 1 September, 1910 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a Puerto Rican musician. Discover Arturo Somohano's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 67 years old?
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Director of the San Juan Symphony Orchestra |
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67 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Virgo |
| Born |
1 September, 1910 |
| Birthday |
1 September |
| Birthplace |
San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| Date of death |
1977 |
| Died Place |
San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| Nationality |
Puerto
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Arturo Somohano Height, Weight & Measurements
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Arturo Somohano Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Arturo Somohano worth at the age of 67 years old? Arturo Somohano’s income source is mostly from being a successful artist. He is from Puerto. We have estimated Arturo Somohano's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
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Under Review |
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Arturo Somohano Portela (September 1, 1910 – March 23, 1977) was a musical composer and director of the San Juan Symphony Orchestra, which is now named after him.
Somohano, born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, had always been musically inclined and as a young child had learned to play the piano.
He loved classical music and when he learned musical composition and harmony at the Fransician Chapel, he felt inspired to write music in a classical style.
Upon the outbreak of World War II, Somohano entertained U.S. Army troops by playing the piano and directing concerts at various military bases.
His composition, "Canciones de las Americas" (Songs of the Americas), became an iconic anthem in the Army.
After the war, Somohano returned to Puerto Rico, where he founded and directed the San Juan Symphony Orchestra and the Puerto Rico Philharmonic Orchestra.
During this period, he also spearheaded the reconstruction of the Tapia Theater in San Juan, which was in a state of disrepair.
By 1958, as Somohano's reputation as a conductor grew, so did the overseas demand for his services as an orchestra conductor.
He did two tours which included presentations in Spain, Germany, and the United States.
Somohano celebrated his 100th concert as director in the 1960s in Madrid, Spain.
He was granted the Order of Isabella the Catholic by the Spanish Parliament and was named Honorary Conductor of the Madrid Symphony Orchestra.
On January 13, 1969, Somohano was sworn in as an Assembly Member of the City of San Juan.
Somohano published the works of danza composers Manuel Gregorio Tavárez and Juan Morel Campos.
He also wrote the forwards for three musical reviews and the musical accompaniment for five theatrical works with the collaboration of Manuel Méndez Ballester.
Amongst his compositions are:
He also recorded many other compositions, including:
Arturo Somohano died in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico on March 23, 1977.
After his death, the San Juan Symphony Orchestra was renamed The Arturo Somohano Symphony Orchestra in his honor.
The Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico annually awards its most outstanding student with the Arturo Somohano Medal for Excellence in International Musical Achievement.
San Juan has also honored Somohano's memory by naming a school and a plaza after him.
