Aldemaro Romero (March 12, 1928 – September 15, 2007) was a renowned Venezuelan pianist, composer, arranger, and orchestral conductor. Born in Valencia, Venezuela, he began his musical journey under the tutelage of his father, Rafael Romero. By 1941, he had moved to Caracas, performing as a pianist in various venues before embarking on international tours, including a significant stint in Cuba and later New York.

In 1951, Romero became an arranger for RCA Victor in New York, where he released the highly successful "Dinner in Caracas" album, part of his popular "Dinner In..." series. He collaborated with prominent artists such as Dean Martin, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Tito Puente, and toured extensively across the globe, performing in countries like Mexico, Spain, and Japan.

Romero is credited with creating the Venezuelan "New Wave" (Onda Nueva) genre, blending elements of joropo and Brazilian Bossa Nova. His contributions to music extended beyond popular genres; he founded the Caracas Philharmonic Orchestra in 1979 and conducted several esteemed orchestras worldwide, including the London Symphony Orchestra.

Throughout his career, Romero received numerous accolades, including the Peace Prize of the Soviet Intellectuals and several honors from the Venezuelan government. He was also a prolific composer, writing for orchestras, choirs, and ballets, and later founded a music conservatory in Caracas. Aldemaro Romero passed away in Caracas in 2007, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of music.