María Joaquina de la Portilla Torres, better known as Maria Grever (León, 14 September 1885-New York, 15 from December to 1951) was a Mexican composer of concert music, of music for films and more than 800 popular songs, mostly boleros. She stood out in fields that were exclusive to the male gender, breaking the established rules and was the first Mexican composer to transcend internationally..
soprano – Patricia Trujano Granados
Piano – Andreas Wagner
Video: Alexander Uhl
Audio Recording & Production – Patricia Trujano Ganados
“So” by Maria Grever: A Song that Fall in Love
Mary Grever, one of the most brilliant composers of Mexican music, He left us a vast repertoire of songs that have transcended generations.. One of them is“So”, a piece that, although less known than its iconic“swear to me”, It contains an incomparable poetic and musical beauty.
The Beauty of Simplicity
“So” stands out for its simplicity. It is not a song loaded with technical virtuosity, but its greatness lies precisely in that apparent simplicity. Grever manages to combine deeply romantic verses with a soft and captivating melody, enveloping the listener in an intimate atmosphere. It's a ballad that speaks directly to the heart, and he does it without artifice, which makes it a masterpiece of Latin American romantic music..
The letter of “So” It is a declaration of deep and unconditional love.. Through your words, Grever describes a love that is sincere, free of conditions and expectations, a love that is accepted as it is. The phrase“So, just as you are, I love you…” capture this essence, reminding us that true love does not try to change the other, but accepts it fully.
The Legacy of María Grever
María Grever was a pioneer in the world of music. Born in Mexico and later settled in New York, She was the first Mexican composer to achieve international fame. His ability to fuse Latin American rhythms with classical and contemporary influences allowed him to create a work that still resonates in the hearts of many today.. “So”, like many of his compositions, has been performed by a variety of artists, from bolero musicians to classical music performers.
Throughout his career, Grever demonstrated great versatility and sensitivity. Your music, although written decades ago, continues to touch on universal themes like love, nostalgia and hope. In “So”, we find a pure distillation of these feelings, wrapped in a delicate melody and lyrics full of tenderness.
The Emotional Power of Grever's Music
Escuchar “So” It is an experience that goes beyond words. The melody and lyrics intertwine in such a way that they generate an immediate emotional connection. It's one of those songs that no matter how many times you listen to it., will always transport you to a place of calm and reflection, evoking memories or sensations of past or present loves.
Grever had a special gift for capturing the essence of the feeling of love and capturing it in his music.. “So” It is a perfect example of how music can be a vehicle to express what we often cannot put into words.. It's a song that, despite its delicacy, has an emotional force that resonates deeply.
