Role

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Composer

Country

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Argentina

Birth

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November 24, 1893

Death

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December, 1950

 

Francisco Lomuto was a prominent Argentine composer and bandleader who played a significant role in the development of tango music during the early 20th century. Born on November 19, 1893, in the city of Buenos Aires, Lomuto was the son of Italian immigrants who had settled in Argentina. His father was a musician who played the violin, and Lomuto grew up in a musical household where he was exposed to various genres of music. Lomuto began his musical training at a young age, learning to play the piano and the bandoneon, a type of accordion that is commonly used in tango music. He also studied music theory and composition, and by the age of 18, he had already composed his first tango, "La Payanca." In 1913, Lomuto formed his first tango orchestra, which he called "Orquesta Típica Francisco Lomuto." The orchestra consisted of a piano, two violins, a bandoneon, and a double bass, and it quickly gained popularity in Buenos Aires. Lomuto's music was known for its melodic and romantic style, which was a departure from the more rhythmic and percussive style of tango that was popular at the time. Over the next few years, Lomuto's orchestra continued to grow in popularity, and he began to compose and record more music. In 1917, he recorded his first album, which included the songs "La Cumparsita" and "El Choclo," two of the most famous tango songs of all time. Lomuto's version of "La Cumparsita" became particularly popular, and it is still considered one of the definitive recordings of the song. Throughout the 1920s and 1930s, Lomuto continued to compose and record music, and his orchestra became one of the most popular in Argentina. He also began to tour internationally, performing in countries such as Uruguay, Brazil, and Chile. In 1935, he recorded his most famous song, "Adiós Muchachos," which became a hit in Argentina and around the world. Lomuto's music was known for its romantic and sentimental themes, and he often collaborated with some of the most famous tango lyricists of the time, such as Homero Manzi and Enrique Cadícamo. His music was also notable for its use of orchestration, with Lomuto often incorporating strings and other instruments into his arrangements. In addition to his work as a composer and bandleader, Lomuto was also a respected music educator. He taught at the National Conservatory of Music in Buenos Aires, and he wrote several books on music theory and composition. Lomuto continued to perform and record music throughout the 1940s and 1950s, but his popularity began to wane as tango music fell out of favor in Argentina. He died on December 23, 1950, at the age of 57. Today, Francisco Lomuto is remembered as one of the most important figures in the history of tango music. His music continues to be performed and recorded by musicians around the world, and his influence can be heard in the work of many contemporary tango composers.

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