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Ernesto Elorduy was a Mexican composer and pianist who was born on August 28, 1913, in Mexico City. He was the son of a Spanish father and a Mexican mother, and he grew up in a family that was passionate about music. His father was a pianist and his mother was a singer, and they encouraged their son to pursue a career in music from a young age. Elorduy began his musical education at the National Conservatory of Music in Mexico City, where he studied piano with Carlos Chávez and composition with Silvestre Revueltas. He was a talented student and quickly gained recognition for his musical abilities. In 1935, he won first prize in the National Piano Competition in Mexico City, and in 1936, he won a scholarship to study at the Juilliard School in New York City. While studying at Juilliard, Elorduy continued to develop his skills as a composer and pianist. He studied piano with Rosina Lhévinne and composition with Bernard Wagenaar, and he also had the opportunity to perform his own compositions in public concerts. In 1939, he graduated from Juilliard with a Bachelor of Music degree. After returning to Mexico, Elorduy continued to compose and perform music. He became a professor of composition at the National Conservatory of Music, and he also worked as a pianist and conductor. He was a prolific composer, and his works include orchestral music, chamber music, vocal music, and piano music. One of Elorduy's most famous works is his Piano Concerto No. 1, which he composed in 1943. The concerto is a virtuosic showcase for the piano, and it features a lively and rhythmic first movement, a lyrical second movement, and a lively and energetic third movement. The concerto has been performed by many pianists around the world, and it remains a popular work in the classical piano repertoire. Another notable work by Elorduy is his String Quartet No. 1, which he composed in 1950. The quartet is a complex and challenging work that showcases Elorduy's skill as a composer. It features intricate counterpoint, complex harmonies, and a wide range of emotions. The quartet has been performed by many string quartets around the world, and it is considered one of Elorduy's most important works. Elorduy's music is characterized by its rhythmic vitality, its colorful harmonies, and its emotional depth. He was influenced by a wide range of musical styles, including Mexican folk music, jazz, and European classical music. His music is often described as being both modern and accessible, and it has been praised for its originality and its ability to connect with audiences. In addition to his work as a composer, Elorduy was also a respected pianist and conductor. He performed as a soloist with many orchestras around the world, and he was known for his virtuosic technique and his expressive playing. He also conducted many orchestras, including the National Symphony Orchestra of Mexico and the Mexico City Philharmonic Orchestra. Elorduy received many honors and awards throughout his career. In 1953, he was awarded the National Prize for Arts and Sciences in Mexico, and in 1963, he was awarded the Order of the Aztec Eagle, the highest honor that can be given to a civilian in Mexico. He was also a member of the Mexican Academy of Arts and Sciences and the National Council for Culture and the Arts. Ernesto Elorduy died on December 22, 1983, in Mexico City. He left behind a legacy of music that continues to be performed and appreciated by audiences around the world.

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