Colombia mourns the dying of the well-known singer and accordionist Omar Geles. His departure leaves an enormous void in Colombian music.
Geles, 57 years previous, died on the hospital Erasmo Clinic of Valleduparafter struggling what seems to be a sudden cardiac arrest.
The creator of the unforgettable track “Ways of Life” was instantly taken to a medical middle, however sadly, efforts to avoid wasting him weren’t sufficient. The information moved lots of of followers, who have been shocked and mourned the lack of this pillar of Vallenato.
In Valledupar, a lot of followers shortly gathered on the Erasmo Clinic to pay tribute and categorical their sorrow for Geles’ dying.. The neighborhood of Vallenata was affected, as Omar Geles was not solely a singular artist, but in addition a cultural icon.
One of the primary to precise his ache was Elder Dayán, son of Diomedes Díaz. With touching phrases, Dayán mentioned goodbye to one among his idols.
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Last weekend, Geles appeared as a particular visitor on the live performance of Silvestre Dangond in Bogotádisplaying his love and vitality till the final second.
Sadly, whereas enjoying tennis, he suffered a doubtlessly deadly coronary heart assault. His well being was already a trigger for concern, as just a few days in the past he was hospitalized in Miami and was below fixed medical supervision.
The music union in Colombia and vallenato lovers are in mourning, remembering with love and admiration the work and legacy of Omar Geles. His music, stuffed with emotion and authenticity, will proceed to stay within the hearts of those that admired his expertise and his contribution to Colombian historical past.