The province of Santiago de Cuba has lost one of its most prominent musicians with the passing of maestro Francisco Salvador Ulloa Anasco. His legacy left a profound mark on the cultural scene of the region.
The Empresa Comercializadora de la Música y los Espectáculos Miguel Matamoros announced on Facebook that the composer and trumpeter passed away at 1:14 a.m. due to respiratory failure.
According to the post, friends and family bid their final farewell at the city's funeral home, where a tribute was also paid to the maestro who mentored several generations of musicians. Numerous relatives, friends, and admirers of Ulloa's work took to social media to share heartfelt messages highlighting the trumpeter and composer's impact.
José Ernesto González, the composer's grandson, expressed his sorrow on Facebook: “With profound sadness, I say goodbye to one of the most important people in my life. Those who know me understand the significance of my grandfather and the personal and musical influence he has on me.”
González also reflected on his grandfather’s life lessons: “The life teachings he imparted until his last moment have been the most wonderful things I will cherish until my final breath. He enjoyed life to the fullest and pursued his greatest dream of making music until the very end.”
Robier González Garbey shared on social media: “A generous, kind-hearted, pure artist. I won’t say farewell as a colleague; I will remember him as the maestro he was, a star whose conversations and friendship illuminated my path.”
Meanwhile, Ericka Castellanos Abad commented on Facebook: “I receive the painful news of a friend who has become energy that I sadly embrace, constituting myself: Francisco Ulloa, an excellent musician and a loyal, humbly frank person.”
She also reminisced about the cherished moments with the musician: “I perpetuate the memory of his paternal hugs whenever we met, our mutual compliments, distant medical consultations, shared enthusiasms, and occasional ‘hellos’ online. Such a beautiful life now rests.”
Last Wednesday, the passing of legendary Cuban runner Hermes Ramírez in Havana caused great sorrow. Born in Guantánamo 76 years ago, Ramírez was an Olympic silver medalist in the 4x100 relay at the 1968 Mexico Olympics and a three-time Pan American silver medalist in the same event.
Additionally, in August, the director of the Fototeca de Cuba, Lisette Ríos Lozano, passed away in Havana at the age of 54. The National Council of Plastic Arts, the institution that announced her death, did not disclose the cause.
Remembering Francisco Salvador Ulloa Anasco
To offer more insights into the life and legacy of Francisco Salvador Ulloa Anasco, here are some frequently asked questions about the renowned musician and composer.
Who was Francisco Salvador Ulloa Anasco?
Francisco Salvador Ulloa Anasco was a celebrated musician and composer from Santiago de Cuba, renowned for his contributions to the region's cultural scene as a trumpeter and mentor to many generations of musicians.
What was the cause of Francisco Salvador Ulloa Anasco's death?
Francisco Salvador Ulloa Anasco passed away due to respiratory failure at 1:14 a.m., as announced by the Empresa Comercializadora de la Música y los Espectáculos Miguel Matamoros.
How did his family and friends remember Francisco Salvador Ulloa Anasco?
Family and friends remembered Francisco Salvador Ulloa Anasco through heartfelt messages on social media, highlighting his generous spirit, musical influence, and the life lessons he imparted.