Anselmo Alfredo Aieta

Anselmo Alfredo Aieta (1896-1964) was an Argentine bandoneonist, composer and orchestra leader. A musician of the Buenos Aires tango tradition, he worked with Francisco Canaro and formed ensembles of his own. His songs, many with lyrics by Francisco García Jiménez, were recorded by Carlos Gardel and other leading singers. His best-known works include Mariposita and the waltz Palomita blanca.