Musicians · 1925–1981
Hugo Montenegro
American conductor (1925-1981)
- Born
- 2 September 1925
New York City - Died
- 6 February 1981
Palm Springs - Country
- United States
- Record labels
- RCA Victor, 20th Century Fox Records
- Discography
- 15 albums
Biography
Hugo Montenegro was a jazz musician. Hugo Montenegro was born on 2 September 1925 in New York City and died on 6 February 1981 in Palm Springs. The music is usually filed under jazz, easy listening and film score. Record labels: RCA Victor and 20th Century Fox Records. The discography here lists 15 albums, from “The 20th Century Strings” (1960) to “Joe's Tango: Concerto for Trombone & Other Works” (2023).
Hugo Mario Montenegro (September 2, 1925 – February 6, 1981) was an American orchestra leader and composer of film soundtracks. His best-known work is interpretations of the music from Spaghetti Westerns, especially his cover version of Ennio Morricone's main theme from the 1966 film The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. He composed the score for the 1969 Western Charro!, which starred Elvis Presley. He also wrote for various television series, most notably the theme to "I Dream of Jeannie"
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Discography
Studio and live albums
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Frequently asked questions
When and where was Hugo Montenegro born?
Hugo Montenegro was born 2 September 1925 in New York City.
What are Hugo Montenegro's best-known albums?
Albums in our database include The 20th Century Strings (1960), Montenegro In Italy (1961), Hurry Sundown (1967), Lady in Cement (1968) and Magnificent Hugo Montenegro! (1968).
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