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Alberto Dominguez was a Mexican composer who was born on August 31, 1911, in the city of Chiapas. He was the son of a musician and grew up in a family that was deeply involved in music. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a singer, so it was only natural that Alberto would follow in their footsteps. As a child, Alberto showed a great interest in music and began studying the piano at a young age. He quickly showed a talent for the instrument and began composing his own music. By the time he was a teenager, he had already written several pieces that were well-received by his family and friends. In 1930, Alberto moved to Mexico City to pursue his musical career. He enrolled in the National Conservatory of Music, where he studied composition under the tutelage of Carlos Chavez. It was during this time that Alberto began to develop his own unique style of music, which blended traditional Mexican music with classical European music. One of Alberto's most famous compositions is the song "Perfidia," which he wrote in 1939. The song became an instant hit and has since been covered by countless artists, including Nat King Cole, Glenn Miller, and Linda Ronstadt. The song's haunting melody and melancholic lyrics have made it a classic of the Latin American music canon. Another one of Alberto's notable works is the suite "La Mesilla," which he composed in 1942. The suite is a tribute to the Battle of La Mesilla, which took place in 1854 between Mexico and the United States. The suite is divided into four movements, each of which represents a different aspect of the battle. The piece is notable for its use of traditional Mexican folk music, which Alberto weaves seamlessly into the classical structure of the suite. Throughout his career, Alberto continued to compose music that blended traditional Mexican music with classical European music. He was a prolific composer, and his works include symphonies, concertos, and chamber music. He also wrote music for films, including the score for the 1943 film "La Mujer del Puerto." Alberto's music was well-received both in Mexico and abroad. He won several awards for his compositions, including the National Prize for Arts and Sciences in 1978. He was also a member of the Mexican Academy of Arts and Sciences and the National System of Art Creators. Alberto died on April 7, 1975, at the age of 63. His legacy as a composer continues to live on, and his music remains an important part of the Latin American music canon. His unique blend of traditional Mexican music and classical European music has inspired countless musicians and composers, and his contributions to the world of music will not be forgotten.

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