music
April 1, 2026
Mourning in music: Armando López Barrios, director of Son de la Cueva, passes away
In the last few hours, the death of Armando López Barrios, director of the orchestra ‘Son de la Cueva’, has been confirmed. He passed away unexpectedly at the age of 59, leaving a profound void in local music.
TL;DR
- Armando López Barrios, bassist and director of 'Son de la Cueva', has passed away.
- He was also a music instructor at SENA.
- Fundación La Cueva confirmed his passing and expressed condolences to his family.
- López Barrios shared the stage with notable artists like Pacho Galán and Joseíto Martínez.
- 'Son de la Cueva' is known for its performances at the restaurant-bar La Cueva, blending salsa and traditional Colombian rhythms.