José Alberto García Gallo (March 11, 1940), professionally known as Alberto
Cortez, was an Argentine singer-songwriter and poet. Born in Rancul, La Pampa,
he began playing music at the age of 6 and later studied classical piano at the
Chopin Conservatory in San Rafael, Mendoza. During this time, he made his debut
as a professional singer under the name Chiquito García with the Orquesta
Arizona. Years later, he moved to Buenos Aires to attend college but dropped out
shortly after to focus on his music career. Well-versed in genres like tango,
jazz, and Argentine folklore, Alberto ...