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Angel Cabral was a renowned classical music composer who was born on May 5, 1929, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was the son of a musician and grew up in a family that was deeply involved in music. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist, which meant that Angel was exposed to music from a very young age. Angel Cabral began his musical education at the age of six when he started taking piano lessons. He showed a natural talent for music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. At the age of 12, he started studying composition with the famous Argentine composer Alberto Ginastera. Ginastera recognized Angel's talent and encouraged him to continue his studies. In 1950, Angel Cabral graduated from the National Conservatory of Music in Buenos Aires, where he had studied composition, piano, and conducting. He then went on to study in Europe, where he was exposed to the works of the great classical composers. He spent time in Paris, where he studied with Nadia Boulanger, a renowned composition teacher who had taught many famous composers, including Aaron Copland and Philip Glass. Angel Cabral's music was heavily influenced by his Latin American roots. He was particularly interested in the rhythms and melodies of Argentine folk music, which he incorporated into his compositions. He was also influenced by the music of other Latin American composers, such as Heitor Villa-Lobos and Carlos Chávez. One of Angel Cabral's most famous works is his "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra," which he composed in 1958. The concerto is a virtuosic piece that showcases the piano's capabilities. It is also notable for its use of Latin American rhythms and melodies. The concerto has been performed by many famous pianists, including Martha Argerich and Daniel Barenboim. Another notable work by Angel Cabral is his "Suite Argentina," which he composed in 1960. The suite is a collection of four pieces that are based on Argentine folk music. The pieces are titled "Chacarera," "Zamba," "Gato," and "Malambo." The suite has become a staple of the classical guitar repertoire and has been recorded by many famous guitarists, including John Williams and Julian Bream. Angel Cabral was also known for his operas. His most famous opera is "El Cimarrón," which he composed in 1970. The opera is based on the life of Esteban Montejo, a former slave who became a guerrilla fighter in Cuba. The opera is notable for its use of percussion and its incorporation of Afro-Cuban rhythms. Throughout his career, Angel Cabral received many awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 1972, he was awarded the National Prize for Music by the Argentine government. He was also a member of the Argentine Academy of Fine Arts and the National Academy of Music. Angel Cabral continued to compose music until his death in 1987. His music has had a lasting impact on the classical music world, particularly in Latin America. His use of Latin American rhythms and melodies helped to create a new style of classical music that was uniquely Argentine. Today, his music continues to be performed and recorded by musicians around the world.

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