María Grever

María Grever
María Grever composing music
Background information
Also known asMaría Gréver
Born
María Joaquina de la Portilla Torres Grever

(1885-09-14)14 September 1885
León, Guanajuato, Mexico
Died15 December 1951(1951-12-15) (aged 66)
New York City, New York, U.S.
GenresBolero, Film music, Jazz influences
OccupationsComposer, Songwriter, Pianist
InstrumentsPiano, Vocals
Years active1900–1951
LabelHudson
Spouse
Leo A. Grever
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María Grever (14 September 1885 – 15 December 1951) was the first female Mexican composer to achieve international acclaim. She is best known for the song "What A Difference A Day Makes" (originally "Cuando vuelva a tu lado"), which was popularized by Dinah Washington and has been covered by numerous artists.

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