She was born in Cienfuegos in May 3rd, 1866 and died in Havana in May 6th, 1921. In 1889 she moved to the United States of America, where she became became soloist in the N.Y. church of St. Francis Javier, by opposition. She took part in numerous festivals aimed to raise funds for the freedom of Cuba, she also took part in other activities together with José MartÃ. Besides she performed in Spain. In 1898, when the Independence War ended, she returned to Cuba and dedicated to teach music.