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Armando Molero was a Venezuelan composer and conductor who made significant contributions to the classical music scene in his home country and beyond. Born on August 22, 1928, in Caracas, Molero showed an early interest in music and began studying piano at the age of six. He later went on to study composition and conducting at the National Conservatory of Music in Caracas, where he was mentored by renowned Venezuelan composer Vicente Emilio Sojo. Molero's early compositions were heavily influenced by the folk music of Venezuela, which he incorporated into his works to create a unique and distinctly Venezuelan sound. He also drew inspiration from the works of European composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven, and sought to blend these influences with his own cultural heritage. In 1952, Molero founded the Orquesta Sinfónica Venezuela, which he conducted for several years. He also served as the director of the National Conservatory of Music from 1969 to 1972, and later as the director of the National Philharmonic Orchestra of Venezuela from 1977 to 1982. Throughout his career, Molero composed a wide range of works, including orchestral pieces, chamber music, and choral works. One of his most famous works is his Suite for Strings, which was first performed in 1954 and has since become a staple of the Venezuelan classical music repertoire. The suite is comprised of four movements, each of which showcases Molero's skill at blending traditional Venezuelan rhythms and melodies with classical forms. Another notable work by Molero is his Concerto for Piano and Orchestra, which was composed in 1960 and premiered the following year. The concerto is a virtuosic showcase for the soloist, with intricate and challenging piano passages that require a high level of technical skill. The work also features lush orchestration and a strong sense of Venezuelan musical identity. Molero's choral works are also highly regarded, particularly his Missa Brevis, which was composed in 1963. The mass is a setting of the traditional Latin text, but Molero infuses it with his own unique musical language, incorporating elements of Venezuelan folk music and creating a work that is both reverent and celebratory. In addition to his work as a composer and conductor, Molero was also a respected music educator. He taught at the National Conservatory of Music for many years, and his students included several prominent Venezuelan composers and conductors. Molero's contributions to the classical music scene in Venezuela were significant, and he played a key role in promoting and preserving the country's musical heritage. His works continue to be performed and celebrated today, and he is remembered as one of the most important figures in Venezuelan classical music history.

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