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Composer  

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Brazil

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Chamber

 

Horacio Malvicino was a renowned Argentine guitarist, composer, and arranger who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on December 31, 1929, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Malvicino grew up in a family of musicians. His father, a guitarist, and his mother, a pianist, instilled in him a love for music from a young age. Malvicino began playing the guitar at the age of six and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. He received his formal music education at the National Conservatory of Music in Buenos Aires, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned guitarists such as Maria Luisa Anido and Abel Carlevaro. In the early 1950s, Malvicino began his professional career as a guitarist, performing in various clubs and theaters in Buenos Aires. He quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented guitarists in the city and was soon invited to perform with some of the most prominent orchestras in Argentina. In 1955, Malvicino was invited to perform at the prestigious Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires, one of the most renowned opera houses in the world. This performance marked a turning point in his career, as it brought him to the attention of international audiences and established him as a leading figure in the world of classical guitar. Over the next few years, Malvicino continued to perform at major venues around the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York City and the Royal Albert Hall in London. He also began to compose and arrange music for the guitar, drawing on his extensive knowledge of classical music and his own unique style. In 1960, Malvicino released his first album, "Guitarra Argentina," which featured his own compositions as well as arrangements of traditional Argentine folk songs. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish Malvicino as one of the most important figures in the world of classical guitar. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Malvicino continued to perform and record, releasing a number of albums that showcased his virtuosic guitar playing and his innovative compositions and arrangements. He also collaborated with a number of other musicians, including the Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla and the Brazilian guitarist Baden Powell. In addition to his work as a performer and composer, Malvicino was also a respected teacher and mentor to many young guitarists. He taught at the National Conservatory of Music in Buenos Aires and also gave master classes and workshops around the world. Malvicino received numerous awards and honors throughout his career, including the Konex Award in 1985, which recognized him as one of the most important figures in Argentine music. He was also inducted into the Latin American Guitar Hall of Fame in 2000, in recognition of his contributions to the world of classical guitar. Horacio Malvicino passed away on January 21, 1999, at the age of 69. His legacy as a performer, composer, and teacher continues to inspire generations of guitarists around the world, and his contributions to the world of classical music will be remembered for many years to come.

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