Fernanda De Utrera

Fernanda Jiménez Peña, known professionally as Fernanda de Utrera, was born on February 9, 1923, in Utrera, Spain. She was an Andalusian gypsy flamenco singer. She began her professional career in 1957 under Antonio Mairena, performing at Madrid's tablaos, including Zambra and El Corral de la Morería. Fernanda was recognized for her mastery of soleares, bulerías, cantiñas, and fandangos. Fernanda de Utrera received numerous awards, including the Premio Nacional de Cante de la Cátedra de Flamencología de Jerez de la Frontera in 1967 and the Medalla de Oro al Mérito en las Bellas Artes in 2005. She passed away on August 24, 2006, in Utrera.