Enrique Francini (1916 - 1978)

Enrique Mario Francini was a bandleader, a prolific composer of tangos, and a violinist. Born in San Fernando in Buenos Aires province he became a close friend of Héctor Stamponi with whom he collaborated on various compositions. They both became well-known as performers in many orchestras and ensembles on Argentinian radio. Francini played first violin in the Buenos Aires Philharmonic Orchestra from 1958 until his death 20 years later.