Víctor Alberto Gil Mallma (April 8, 1928 in Huancayo – July 14, 1975 in La Oroya), better known as Picaflor de Los Andes, was a Peruvian folk singer. In his childhood, he worked as a driver, painter, construction worker, and bricklayer. He sold approximately 80,000 copies of the single "Corazón mañoso" in 1960,"Infocusco" Discografía", Accessed November 17, 2007 thereby becoming a cultural icon and obtaining the name "Picaflor de los Andes".
He died on July 14, 1975, in the district of La Oroya; there were more than 100,000 people at his burial."Identidades, reflexión, arte y cultura - El dedo en la llaga" Diario Oficial El Peruano", Accessed November 17, 2007.
Discography Albums El Genio del Huaytapallana Por las rutas del recuerdo Santísima virgen de Cocharcas Un paso mas en la vida Yo soy huancaíno Bodas de Plata Un pasajero en el camino
Contributing artist The Rough Guide to the Music of the Andes (1996, World Music Network)
External links Page dedicated to Picaflor de los Andes
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