He was a singer with a very defined and melodious voice, who achieved great success in the 30s.

When he was a boy he used to sing all day long and, according to his boss, that didn’t match his occupation as a car painter and it brought many problems to him.

He had a great ascendancy among the female audiences of that time. He was also “estribillista” (refrain singer) for Juan Carlos Cobián, Julio De Caro, and Carlos Di Sarli.

One of the best tango pianists of his time.

He evidenced personality, excellent sound, and correct fingering.

He had studied music since early childhood but his father wanted for him another destiny so it gave rise to an uncomfortable situation that made him leave home.

Mondino was born in the Ciudad Vieja (old city) of Montevideo.

He composed several very popular songs.