Born in Caracas, Maria Rivas is one of the most relevant and contemporary vocalists and composers of Venezuela. Her versatility and musical style represent the new sound in the Three Americas. Her music, painted in native shades of European and African influence, which are part of her unique style, represents a new era in Latin jazz and Tropical Pop. Maria began singing professionally with the Caracas Pops by the mid 80’s, after which she moved to the island of Aruba. There she headlined at m...