Misa Criolla (nueva versión con Omar Jara) es un álbum de Los Fronterizos lanzado en 1977. Grabado en Grabado en Buenos Aires, Argentina, durante 1977, en los estudios de CBS, con la participación del tenor Omar Jara.. Producción a cargo de Los Fronterizos y Ariel Ramírez. Escuchalo completo en LyricStream.
This new version of the Misa Criolla was recorded with tenor Omar Jara, replacing Eduardo Falú in the original interpretation. The project arose as an update of Ariel Ramírez's masterpiece, which had already been a worldwide success. The recording was directed by Ramírez himself and featured Los Fronterizos as a choir. The reception was very positive, renewing interest in this emblematic work.
The sound of this version maintains the original structure of the Misa Criolla, with folk rhythms such as zamba, chacarera, and carnavalito. Omar Jara's voice brings a new lyrical dimension, while Los Fronterizos provide precise vocal harmonies. The arrangements are faithful to Ramírez's work, with careful production that enhances the spirituality of the mass.
This recording is considered one of the most outstanding interpretations of the Misa Criolla, alongside the original 1964 version. Its legacy endures as a milestone in Argentine sacred music and in the dissemination of folklore. The album remains a reference for new generations of musicians and listeners.