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Composer

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1953 in Barcelona, Spain

 

Jesus Rodriguez Picó was a Spanish composer born on December 25, 1957, in the city of Valencia. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a pianist and his mother a singer. From a young age, he showed a great interest in music and began studying piano and composition at the age of six. Picó's musical education continued at the Conservatorio Superior de Música de Valencia, where he studied under the guidance of renowned composers such as Manuel Palau and Luis Blanes. He also attended masterclasses with other notable figures in the classical music world, including Krzysztof Penderecki and György Ligeti. In 1980, Picó graduated from the conservatory with a degree in composition and began his career as a composer. His early works were heavily influenced by the avant-garde movement, with a focus on atonal and experimental music. However, as he continued to develop his style, he began to incorporate more traditional elements into his compositions. One of Picó's most notable works is his opera "El Jardín de las Delicias" (The Garden of Delights), which premiered in 1992. The opera is based on the famous painting by Hieronymus Bosch and explores themes of sin, temptation, and redemption. The music is a blend of traditional and modern elements, with a focus on vocal writing and intricate orchestration. Picó's other works include numerous chamber music pieces, orchestral works, and choral compositions. His "Concierto para Piano y Orquesta" (Concerto for Piano and Orchestra) is a particularly noteworthy piece, featuring virtuosic piano writing and a lush orchestral accompaniment. Throughout his career, Picó has received numerous awards and accolades for his work. In 1995, he was awarded the National Prize for Music by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, and in 2002, he was named a member of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Carlos in Valencia. Picó continues to compose and teach, and his music is performed regularly by orchestras and ensembles around the world. His unique blend of traditional and modern elements has earned him a place among the most innovative and influential composers of his generation.

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