José Perches Enríquez

José Perches Enríquez or José Perches (1883 – 1939) was a Mexican musician and composer.

He was granted a pension by Colonel Miguel, governor of the state of Chihuahua, so that he could continue his studies in Mexico City, and devote himself to education and giving concerts.

Nació en la Cd. De Chihuahua, Chih. Y fue un excelente pianista, solista y virtuoso compositor. Sus composiciones han sido famosas entre ellas "Secreto eterno", "Vals Capricho", y la danza "Tono"

Lyrics

Secreto Eterno (Leon Ardoff, Trans.)

If I only could explain, beloved, my suffering and pain, beloved;
But there is nothing to console me to relieve my aching heart
'Tis a Secret Eternal that's always with me, in my love for you
For I get delirious when even thinking how I adore you.
Oh! my love, if I only could tell you the secret of my heart's yearning
My soul is burning for you Oh! just one kiss of love.

In my dreams I can see you in all your beauty, in all your splendor
My poor heart starts beating and I must tell you that I surrender;
But my darling, my words on my lips, I feel are suddenly dying,
My heart defying, my blood runs cold, my love secret's untold.
What a cruel life this has been for me, my love has chosen to ignore me.
All disappointing disillusions gnawing at my aching heart.