Role

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Composer

Birth

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April 13, 1902 in Bilbao, Spain

Death

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July 11, 1960 in Madrid, Spain

Period

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Modern

Genre

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Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Jesús Arámbarri was a Spanish composer and conductor who was born on January 21, 1902, in Bilbao, Spain. He was the son of a Basque family, and his father was a well-known musician and composer. Arámbarri grew up in a musical environment, and he began his musical studies at a young age. Arámbarri studied at the Bilbao Conservatory, where he learned to play the piano, violin, and cello. He also studied composition with the composer and conductor José María Usandizaga. In 1920, Arámbarri moved to Madrid to continue his studies at the Royal Conservatory of Music. There, he studied composition with Conrado del Campo and conducting with Enrique Fernández Arbós. In 1923, Arámbarri won the National Prize for Composition for his work "Suite Vasca," which was inspired by Basque folk music. This was a significant achievement for Arámbarri, as it brought him national recognition and established him as a composer to watch. Arámbarri's career as a conductor began in 1925 when he was appointed the conductor of the Bilbao Symphony Orchestra. He held this position for several years before moving to Madrid to become the conductor of the Madrid Symphony Orchestra. Arámbarri was a highly respected conductor, and he was known for his ability to bring out the best in his musicians. As a composer, Arámbarri was known for his use of traditional Spanish and Basque folk music in his works. He was also influenced by the music of other composers, including Debussy, Ravel, and Stravinsky. Arámbarri's compositions were often characterized by their rhythmic complexity and use of unconventional harmonies. One of Arámbarri's most famous works is his "Concierto Vasco," which was composed in 1945. This work is a concerto for piano and orchestra, and it is based on Basque folk music. The concerto is divided into three movements, and it features virtuosic piano passages and intricate orchestration. Another notable work by Arámbarri is his "Suite Sinfónica," which was composed in 1931. This work is a symphonic suite that is based on Spanish folk music. The suite is divided into four movements, and it features a wide range of orchestral colors and textures. Arámbarri's music was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and he was awarded numerous prizes and honors throughout his career. In 1952, he was awarded the Gold Medal of Fine Arts by the Spanish government, and in 1962, he was awarded the Cross of Alfonso X the Wise. Arámbarri continued to compose and conduct throughout his life, and he remained an important figure in the Spanish music scene until his death in 1960. His legacy lives on through his music, which continues to be performed and appreciated by audiences around the world.

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