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Montaña was a Spanish classical music composer who was born on March 28, 1866, in Valencia, Spain. He was born into a family of musicians, and his father was a well-known composer and conductor. Montaña showed an early interest in music and began studying the piano and violin at a young age. Montaña's musical education began at the Valencia Conservatory, where he studied under the tutelage of Joaquín Rodrigo. He later continued his studies in Paris, where he was exposed to the works of Debussy, Ravel, and other French composers. Montaña's time in Paris greatly influenced his musical style, and he began incorporating elements of French impressionism into his compositions. Montaña's early works were heavily influenced by Spanish folk music, and he often incorporated traditional Spanish melodies and rhythms into his compositions. His first major work, the Suite Española, was composed in 1896 and was a collection of pieces for piano that showcased Montaña's unique blend of Spanish and French musical styles. In 1902, Montaña was appointed as the director of the Madrid Conservatory, a position he held for over 20 years. During his time as director, Montaña worked to modernize the conservatory's curriculum and introduced new courses in music theory and composition. Montaña's most famous work is his Concierto de Aranjuez, which was composed in 1939. The concerto is a tribute to the gardens of the Royal Palace of Aranjuez, and it is considered one of the greatest works of the Spanish classical music repertoire. The concerto is known for its beautiful melodies and intricate guitar solos, and it has been performed by some of the world's greatest guitarists, including Andrés Segovia and Paco de Lucía. Montaña's other notable works include his Suite Castellana, which was composed in 1926 and is a collection of pieces for guitar that showcase Montaña's unique blend of Spanish and French musical styles. He also composed several operas, including El Gato Montés, which premiered in 1916 and is considered one of the greatest Spanish operas of all time. Montaña's musical style was heavily influenced by the Spanish folk music tradition, and he often incorporated traditional Spanish melodies and rhythms into his compositions. He was also influenced by French impressionism, and he incorporated elements of this style into his works as well. Montaña's music is known for its beautiful melodies, intricate harmonies, and virtuosic guitar solos. Montaña died on December 20, 1946, in Madrid, Spain. He left behind a legacy of beautiful music that continues to be celebrated and performed around the world. His works have been recorded by some of the world's greatest musicians, and his influence can be heard in the works of many contemporary classical composers. Montaña's contributions to the world of classical music have earned him a place among the greatest composers of all time.

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