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Raúl Prado, fundador del Trío Calaveras - Martínez Serrano
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Raúl Prado, fundador del Trío Calaveras - Martínez Serrano

Flor de Azalea: A Tribute to Raúl Prado

Introduction to "Flor de Azalea"

  • The song "Flor de Azalea," composed in 1949 by Manuel Esperón, is inspired by Elsa Aguirre. It serves as a tribute to Raúl Prado, the founder of the Trío Los Calaveras, who passed away on this day.

Raúl Prado's Legacy

  • Raúl Prado founded the trio in 1989 and died in Mexico City due to liver disease. He was also known as the second husband of actress María Félix during her role in "El Peñón de las Ánimas."

Rise to Fame

  • The trio gained popularity through their participation in films like "El Peñón de las Ánimas," where they performed alongside Jorge Negrete, solidifying their place in Mexican cinema and music history.

Film Representation

  • A film depicting their experiences was made featuring Manuel López Ochoa, Rubén Zepeda Novelo, and Joaquín. It humorously narrates aspects of Raúl's marriage with María Félix and includes auditions for new members of the trio after one left.

Musical Style and Influence

  • Although not technically perfect singers, the trio had a distinctive style that resonated with audiences at elegant cabarets and parties across Mexico. Their attire became emblematic of Mexican folklore music despite lacking rigorous training compared to other trios.
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Raúl Prado, fundador del Trío Calaveras - Martínez Serrano programa de radio Adela Castro, Hector Martinez Serrano, Mario Mendez, Manelic, Liliana Marina, Tomás Mojarro, desde Mexico; noticias, editoriales, analisis, cultura, musica, comentarios, anecdotas, radio centro 690 khz, el fonografo, amplitud modulada, lunes a viernes, de 05:30 a 10:00 hrs. sabado y domingo, de 05:30 a 11:00 hrs.