Yma Sumac Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 5 in |
Weight | 57 kg |
Date of Birth | September 10, 1922, or September 13, 1922 |
Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Date of Death | November 1, 2008 |
Yma Sumac was a Peruvian coloratura soprano who gained global acclaim with her wide vocal range as well as established herself as one of the most famous exponents of exotica music during the 1950s. She also became one of the best-selling Latin Americans in history and the best-selling Peruvian in history. Yma Sumac’s discography consists of albums such as Voice of the Xtabay, Inca Taqui, Legend of the Sun Virgin, Legend of the Jivaro, Fuego Del Ande, Mambo!, and Miracles.
Born Name
Zoila Augusta Emperatriz Chávarri del Castillo
Nick Names
Yma Sumac, The Peruvian Songbird, Imma Sumack (also spelled Ima Sumack)
Age
She was either born on September 10, 1922, or September 13, 1922.
Died
On November 1, 2008, Yma Sumac died of colon cancer at the age of 86 at an assisted living home in Los Angeles, California, United States.
Resting Place
Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Los Angeles, California, United States
Sun Sign
Virgo
Born Place
Perú
Residence
She resided in Los Angeles, California, United States.
Nationality
Occupation
Singer, Artist
Family
- Father – Sixto Chávarri (Civic Leader)
- Mother – Emilia del Castillo (School Teacher)
- Siblings – She had 5 older siblings.
- Others – Cholita Rivero (Cousin) (Musician, Dancer)
Genre
Exotica, World, Mambo, Lounge
Instruments
Voice, Sopranino, Soprano, Mezzosoprano, Contralto, Tenor, Baritone, Bass
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 5 in or 165 cm
Weight
57 kg or 125.5 lbs
Boyfriend / Spouse
Yma Sumac had dated –
Race / Ethnicity
Mixed
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Hazel
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Had one of the widest vocal ranges and could emit notes from above a coloratura soprano to the low notes of a bass
- Singing voice ranged from B2 to G♯7
- Was able to do the triple coloratura or the trill of the birds
Yma Sumac Facts
Featured Image by Foto Brosio / Italian magazine Radiocorriere / Public Domain
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