Catalina Berroa

Catalina Berroa Ojea (28 February 1849 – 23 November 1911) was a Cuban pianist, music teacher and composer.

Catalina Berroa was born in Trinidad, Las Villas, and studied with local teachers to master several instruments.

She operated a music academy in Trinidad where she taught students including her nephew, pianist and composer Lico Jimenez.

[2] Berroa played cello in a trio with Manuel Jimenez on violin and Ana Luisa Vivanco on piano.

[3] Berroa composed songs, guarachas, hymns and liturgical and sacred music.