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Composer Conductor

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Renaissance

 

 

Modern

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

Enric Palomar was a Spanish composer born on January 1, 1956, in Barcelona, Spain. He was the son of a music teacher and grew up in a family that was passionate about music. Palomar began his musical education at a young age, studying piano and composition at the Conservatori Superior de Música del Liceu in Barcelona. Palomar's early compositions were heavily influenced by the music of his native Catalonia, as well as the works of other Spanish composers such as Manuel de Falla and Joaquín Rodrigo. He also drew inspiration from the music of other European composers, including Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven. In 1980, Palomar received a scholarship to study composition at the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Rome, Italy. During his time in Rome, he was exposed to a wide range of musical styles and began to incorporate elements of Italian opera and Baroque music into his compositions. Palomar's early works were primarily chamber music pieces, including several string quartets and piano sonatas. His music was characterized by its lyrical melodies, intricate harmonies, and use of traditional Catalan folk rhythms. In the 1990s, Palomar began to gain recognition as a composer, with several of his works being performed at major music festivals throughout Europe. In 1994, he was awarded the prestigious Premi Nacional de Música de Catalunya, which is the highest honor for a musician in Catalonia. One of Palomar's most notable works is his opera "El Jardí de les Delícies" (The Garden of Delights), which premiered in Barcelona in 1998. The opera is based on the famous triptych painting by Hieronymus Bosch and explores themes of sin, temptation, and redemption. The music is a blend of traditional Catalan folk melodies and contemporary opera, with a libretto in Catalan. Palomar's other notable works include his "Concert per a Piano i Orquestra" (Concerto for Piano and Orchestra), which premiered in 2002, and his "Simfonia de la Terra" (Symphony of the Earth), which premiered in 2008. The latter work is a tribute to the natural beauty of Catalonia and features a large orchestra and choir. Throughout his career, Palomar remained committed to promoting Catalan music and culture. He was a founding member of the Associació Catalana de Compositors and served as its president from 2002 to 2006. He also taught composition at the Escola Superior de Música de Catalunya and mentored several young composers. Sadly, Palomar passed away on December 30, 2014, at the age of 58. However, his legacy lives on through his music, which continues to be performed and celebrated by musicians and audiences around the world.

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