Elisa Tavárez (1879–1960) was a Puerto Rican pianist. Early years Elisa Tavárez Colón was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, to the "father of the dance" Manuel Gregorio Tavárez and Elisa Colón Colón Training and career Tavárez studied music education in Spain under Pilar de la Mora at the Madrid Conservatory, and always won first place in her concerts and auditions. She was invited to perform before the Queen of Spain, also earning well-deserved applause. After returning to Puerto Rico where she also presented concerts, she presented additional concerts in Central America, Cuba, and the United States. Accolades She is recognized in Ponce at the Park of Illustrious Ponce Citizens. See also List of Puerto Ricans References 1879 births 1960 deaths Puerto Rican pianists Musicians from Ponce