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Composer Conductor

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1914

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2002

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Mario Ruíz Armengol was a Mexican composer and conductor who was born on December 20, 1914, in Mexico City. He was the son of a Spanish father and a Mexican mother, and he grew up in a musical family. His father was a pianist and his mother was a singer, and they encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Armengol began his musical studies at a young age, and he showed great talent as a pianist. He studied at the National Conservatory of Music in Mexico City, where he was taught by some of the most renowned musicians of the time. He also studied composition with Carlos Chávez, who was one of the most important Mexican composers of the 20th century. In the 1930s, Armengol began his career as a composer and conductor. He wrote music for films, radio, and television, and he also composed orchestral works, chamber music, and songs. He was a versatile composer who was able to write in a variety of styles, from classical to popular music. One of Armengol's most famous works is his "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra," which he composed in 1943. The concerto is a virtuosic piece that showcases Armengol's skills as a pianist and composer. It has been performed by many pianists around the world, and it is considered one of the most important works in the Mexican classical music repertoire. Armengol also wrote music for films, including "El Peñón de las Ánimas" (1943), which was directed by Miguel Zacarías. The film was a huge success in Mexico, and Armengol's music played a big part in its popularity. He also wrote music for television, including the theme for the popular Mexican soap opera "Los Ricos También Lloran" (1979). In addition to his work as a composer, Armengol was also a conductor. He conducted many orchestras in Mexico and abroad, including the Mexico City Philharmonic Orchestra, the National Symphony Orchestra of Mexico, and the Symphony Orchestra of the State of Mexico. He was known for his dynamic and expressive conducting style, and he was highly respected by his colleagues and audiences alike. Armengol received many awards and honors throughout his career, including the National Prize for Arts and Sciences in the Fine Arts category in 1982. He was also a member of the Mexican Academy of Arts and Sciences, and he was awarded the Order of the Aztec Eagle, which is the highest honor that can be given to a foreigner by the Mexican government. Armengol died on November 6, 2002, at the age of 87. He left behind a rich legacy of music that continues to be performed and appreciated by audiences around the world. His music is a testament to his talent as a composer and his love for Mexican culture and traditions.

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