Cyril Silvan
By Manuel Monestel He was a big, portly man, with apparently crude ways, but with a tender heart and a great sense of friendship. His deep voice made the stages vibrate and his performing talent seduced the audience from the first song. He was born in Cieneguita, Limón and began in the world of music since his adolescence, integrating groups such as Raada Band Calypso, Skelintan and Lobster Band, he was also very successful as a soloist. Cyrilo, as he was called in his beloved Limón, was born on February 28, 1932. From an early age, he had different trades, having to collaborate in the upbringing of his four brothers. At the age of 18 he married Mrs. Marjorie Foster Benjamín, with whom he had seven children, all professionals, Loida, Dorla, Tito, Ana Lorena, Elario, Errol and Erika Alterno Foster. His name was Cyril Alterno, however he used the surname of his adoptive father of Patuá origin, that is, belonging to the community that in Cieneguita came from the French islands of the...