José Delio Jiménez
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José Delio Jiménez is a seasoned musician from the Dominican Republic who has been performing traditional merengue music in the Zona Colonial for 38 years. At 64 years old, he leads the group 'La Elegancia típica' and passionately advocates for the preservation of traditional Dominican music, which he feels is threatened by the rise of bachata. Despite not receiving a salary for his performances, he relies on tips to support his family, including his three children who live with him.
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José Delio Jiménez was involved in a legal dispute with Alex Bueno regarding a payment for a tour.
Alex Bueno, el muchacho de Sajoma que logró hasta la bendición de Balaguer para cantar "Lucía"Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889·
Dominican Republic· 2026-06-19
Dominican Republic· 2026-06-19
José Delio Jiménez has been playing in the Zona Colonial for 38 years and is part of the group 'La Elegancia típica'.
Merengue y guitarra, los sonidos musicales que se escuchan en la Zona ColonialListín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889·Dominican Republic· 2025-05-25
Dominican Republic· 2025-05-25
