Role

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Composer

Country

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Argentina

Birth

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March 8, 1885 in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Death

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November 11, 1964 in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Genre

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Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Juan de Dios Filiberto was a prominent Argentine composer, bandoneon player, and lyricist who played a significant role in the development of tango music. He was born on March 8, 1885, in the neighborhood of La Boca, Buenos Aires, Argentina. His parents were immigrants from Italy, and his father was a musician who played the guitar and mandolin. Filiberto grew up in a musical environment, and he started playing the guitar and mandolin at a young age. Filiberto's interest in music led him to learn the bandoneon, a type of accordion that is commonly used in tango music. He became a skilled bandoneon player and started performing in local tango clubs and cafes. In 1905, he joined the orchestra of Francisco Canaro, a prominent tango musician, and started touring with him. Filiberto's talent as a bandoneon player and composer soon became evident, and he started composing his own tango music. Filiberto's first major success as a composer came in 1913 when he wrote the music for the tango "Quejas de bandoneón" (Bandoneon Complaints). The song became an instant hit and established Filiberto as a leading composer of tango music. The song's melancholic melody and lyrics captured the essence of the tango, and it became a classic of the genre. Filiberto continued to compose tango music throughout his career and wrote many other popular songs, including "Caminito" (Little Path), "Malevaje" (Bad Behavior), and "El pañuelito" (The Handkerchief). His music was characterized by its emotional intensity, melodic richness, and rhythmic complexity. He was also known for his skillful use of the bandoneon, which he used to create a unique sound that became synonymous with tango music. In addition to his work as a composer, Filiberto was also a talented lyricist. He wrote the lyrics for many of his own songs, as well as for other tango composers. His lyrics were often poetic and romantic, and they reflected the themes of love, loss, and longing that are central to tango music. Filiberto's contributions to tango music were recognized both in Argentina and internationally. He received numerous awards and honors throughout his career, including the National Prize for Music in 1947. His music was also featured in several films, including the 1935 film "Tango!" which starred Carlos Gardel, one of the most famous tango singers of all time. Filiberto's legacy as a composer and musician continues to be celebrated today. His music has been recorded by countless artists and is still performed in tango clubs and concerts around the world. His influence on tango music can be heard in the work of many contemporary tango composers and performers. Juan de Dios Filiberto died on November 11, 1964, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He left behind a rich legacy of music that continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world. His contributions to tango music have made him one of the most important figures in the history of Argentine music, and his music will continue to be cherished for generations to come.

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