Maria Severa Onofriana: Biography, Facts and Career
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Maria Severa Onofriana (26 July 1820 – 30 November 1846), also known simply as A Severa, was a Portuguese fado singer and guitarist. She is regarded, in her short life, as the first fado singer to have risen to fame, attaining a near-mythical status after her death. Fado has been described as the Portuguese expression of "the blues", and fado roughly means 'fate'.
Quick facts about Maria Severa Onofriana
- Full name: Maria Severa Onofriana
- Born: 1820-01-01
- Nationality: Kingdom of Portugal
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q433222
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Who is Maria Severa Onofriana?
Maria Severa Onofriana (26 July 1820 – 30 November 1846), also known simply as A Severa, was a Portuguese fado singer and guitarist.
What nationality is Maria Severa Onofriana?
Maria Severa Onofriana is Kingdom of Portugal.
When was Maria Severa Onofriana born?
Maria Severa Onofriana was born on 1820-01-01.
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