Vieno Kekkonen-Sauri Finnish singer Date of Birth: 06.09.1934 Country: Finland

Content:

1. Vieno Kekkonen: A Finnish Songbird
2. Signature Hits
3. - "Sateenkaaren tuolla puolen" (1956)

Vieno Kekkonen: A Finnish Songbird

Early Life and Career

Vieno Kekkonen emerged as a prominent Finnish singer in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Her career took flight with the release of her iconic hit "Preerian keltainen ruusu" in 1955, which became known as "The Yellow Rose of Texas" in English.

Signature Hits

Kekkonen's popularity soared with a string of unforgettable hits that left an enduring mark on Finnish music. Some of her most renowned songs include:

- "Sateenkaaren tuolla puolen" (1956)

- "S?vel rakkauden" (1957)
- "Hiljaa virtaa joki" (1959)
- "Ei koskaan sunnuntaisin" (1960)
- "Kes?y?" (1960)
- "Ensimm?inen rakkaus" (1962)
Collaborations and Legacy

Throughout her career, Kekkonen collaborated extensively with other Finnish singers, including Laila Kinnunen, Brita Koivunen, Pirkko Mannola, Marjatta Leppänen, and the group Four Cats. Her influence on the Finnish music scene continues to be felt today, as her songs remain beloved classics.

Stage

Al Bano	Pablo Montero	Arkadij Shilkloper
Rocio Ducal	Varduhi Vardanyan	Taisia Povaliy