Yma Sumac

Yma Sumac (born September 10, 1922?), also spelled Ymma Sumak, is a noted vocalist of Peruvian origin. In the 1950s she was one of the most famous proponents of exotica music. She is remembered chiefly for her amazing voice, which at the time, covered a range between four and five octaves (opinions differ).

Recordings

• Voice of the Xtabay (1946), Capitol H-244 (10" LP)
• Inca Taqui (1953), Capitol L-243 (10" LP)
• Voice of the Xtabay, Capitol W-684 (both of the above on one 12" LP)
• Legend of the Sun Virgin (1953), Capitol T-299
• Mambo (1954), Capitol T-564
• Legend of the Jivaro (1957), Capitol T-770
• Fuego Del Andes (1959), Capitol ST 1169
• Recital/Live in Bucharest (1961), ELECTRECOR EDE073
• Miracles (1971), London XPS 608