Edmundo Rivero 1911 – 1986

Biography

Edmundo Rivero was born on June 8, 1911, in Valentín Alsina, a neighborhood in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He grew to become a respected figure in Argentine music, dedicating his life to his artistic craft. Throughout his career, Rivero made significant contributions to the musical landscape of his country, earning recognition among his peers and audiences alike.

On January 18, 1986, Rivero passed away in Buenos Aires at the age of 74. His death marked the end of a notable life spent in service to music and the arts. The respect he had garnered during his lifetime was reflected in his final resting place—the Mausoleum of the Argentine Society of Authors and Composers located in Chacarita, Buenos Aires. This honor underscored his importance to Argentina’s cultural heritage and his standing within the artistic community that had sustained his life’s work.