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Composer  

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Argentina

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Chamber

 

 

Vocal

 

Juan José Mosalini is a renowned Argentine bandoneon player and composer who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on December 17, 1943, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Mosalini 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. Mosalini began playing the bandoneon, a type of accordion, at the age of eight. He was initially taught by his father, who was also a bandoneon player. Mosalini's talent for the instrument quickly became apparent, and he began performing in public at the age of ten. In his teenage years, Mosalini studied music at the National Conservatory of Music in Buenos Aires. He also began playing professionally, performing with various tango orchestras in Argentina. In 1962, he joined the orchestra of renowned tango singer Edmundo Rivero, with whom he toured extensively throughout South America. In the 1970s, Mosalini moved to France, where he continued to perform and compose music. He quickly became a fixture in the Parisian music scene, playing with some of the city's most prominent musicians. In 1976, he formed his own band, the Juan José Mosalini Quintet, which quickly gained a following in France and beyond. Mosalini's music is deeply rooted in the tango tradition, but he has also incorporated elements of jazz and classical music into his compositions. His bandoneon playing is characterized by its virtuosity and expressiveness, and he is widely regarded as one of the greatest bandoneon players of his generation. Over the course of his career, Mosalini has performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, the Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires, and Carnegie Hall in New York City. He has also collaborated with a wide range of musicians, including jazz pianist Michel Petrucciani and classical violinist Gidon Kremer. Mosalini has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to music. In 1991, he was awarded the Grand Prix de l'Académie Charles Cros, one of the most prestigious awards in French music. In 2000, he was named a Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government, in recognition of his contributions to the arts. In addition to his work as a performer, Mosalini is also a respected composer. He has written music for a wide range of ensembles, including orchestras, chamber groups, and tango ensembles. His compositions are characterized by their intricate harmonies and rhythms, as well as their emotional depth and expressiveness. Mosalini's music has had a profound impact on the world of classical music, and he continues to be a major force in the tango and world music scenes. His virtuosic bandoneon playing and innovative compositions have earned him a devoted following around the world, and he remains one of the most respected and influential musicians of his generation.

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