For the musical director and founder of the quartet, it was a long-awaited evening full of excitement. The Hispanics from Puerto Rico, Wison Torres, through being awarded one of the special prizes of Latin Grammy 2023which will take place on November 16th in Spain – for the first time outside the USA.
At almost 89 years old, Torres was one of the artists who received the award Award from the boarddedicated to people who have made important contributions to Latin music throughout their careers, but not necessarily in the form of performances.
“I feel great. It was truly an unforgettable experience. Seeing myself among so many famous stars, each representing their country, and feeling that our little island is there, that Puerto Rico is there, made me happy and proud. I feel very honored that the Lord has granted me this very special blessing. Glory be to my God, agreed by telephone from Seville, Spain The new dayafter being introduced at the ceremony by his fellow countryman, the singer-songwriter Pedro Capoand received the award from the Latin Recording Academy.
Wisón Torres (center), together with the Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Pedro Capó, Manuel Tejada and his grandchildren Cherry Torres and Gocho, who are prominent in the artistic world. (Photo courtesy of Latin Gramys) (Supplied)The exciting experience took place during a private event that took place this Sunday at the Lope de Vega Theater in Seville, Spain. and it was shared not only with his colleagues, but also with his wife, children and other family members, including two of his grandchildren who arrived unexpectedly, the urban singer Gocho -Nominated for Best Urban Song- And Cherry Torresnotable actress on Broadway.
This award was also received by Alex Acuna And Gustavo Santaolallawho was recognized by the Board of Directors of the Latin Recording Academy, which votes for this award.
“It was beautiful, very beautiful and exciting. They treated him with respect. “I am very proud,” said her daughter, singer Yanira Torres. who works as a background singer for major music stars and was also accompanied by her brother, the audio, mixing and mastering engineer and winner of several Latin Grammys, Ronnie Torres.
Although other Torres children, such as the musician and musical director of Los Hispanos, Rafy; the priest and pianist Ricky; and the musician and priest Wison Jr., They couldn’t reach Spain, but showed that they were proud of their father.
Wisón Torres was honored during a private event held this Sunday at the Lope de Vega Theater in Seville, Spain. (Included)While he was recognized for his 77-year music career as a director, composer and music arranger, which has left an indelible mark on the Puerto Rican music scene, he emphasized that he was “treated like royalty” during the celebrations.
“First, I thanked God, the family, the members of the Latin Grammy Awards and the executives who present these awards, and I also thanked my wife, my children Yanira and Ronnie, who has become something of a personal ‘manager.’ I also had the joy of having two grandchildren with me. “They treated me like a king, I felt like I never felt before” expressed the artist, who rose to prominence on Puerto Rican radio with the group at the age of 12 The Sultansthat he created and directed.
So do the artists who received it Musical Excellence Awardawarded to artists who, throughout their careers, have made creative contributions of outstanding artistic value to Latin music and its communities, such as: Carmen Linares, Mijares, Arturo Sandoval, Simone, Soda Stereo and Ana Torroja.
Presented with special awards as part of the Latin Grammy 2023 Celebration Week at a private event held this Sunday at the Lope de Vega Theater in Seville, Spain. (Photo courtesy of Latin Gramys) (Supplied)Full steam ahead for your concert
Torres will remain in Spain to attend the Latin Grammy Gala, which will take place in the Exhibition and Congress Palace of Sevilleand then, upon his return to the island, he will prepare with the renewed quartet The Hispanicsalso consisting of Riky Reyes and Edgar Omar Ríos, together with whom they offer the great concert “Songs of a Lifetime”. Puerto Rico Philharmonic Orchestrawill take place on November 26th at 6:00 p.m Santurce Fine Arts Center.
“I thank Puerto Rico for allowing me for so many years to share the gift that the Lord gave me with my colleagues in the Los Hispanos group, but especially Tato, Charlie, Carmelo, Carlos Camacho, Norman, Rafy Torres and Wisón Jr., who will conduct the Philharmonic Orchestra in this upcoming concert, and I will have a grandson who plays the saxophone. In other words, the whole family is connected. “We plan to do a special family edition.”he reported. “I’m working hard on the show we’re going to put on.”
“Love forgive me”, “Alma Adentro”, “I believe in God”, “Vereda Tropical” and their successful Christmas songs such as “Senan las Campanas” and “This is my country” are part of the repertoire of this musical quartet with a great artistic career perform after years of absence from the stage. Tickets are sold in the Ticket Center.