Period

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Baroque

 

 

Modern

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

Dagoberto Linhares was a Brazilian classical music artist who was born on August 15, 1933, in the city of Rio de Janeiro. He was the son of a Portuguese father and a Brazilian mother. From a young age, Linhares showed a keen interest in music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. Linhares began his musical education at the age of six, when he started taking piano lessons. He quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument, and his teachers recognized his potential. He continued his studies at the National School of Music in Rio de Janeiro, where he studied under the renowned pianist and composer, Francisco Mignone. In 1952, Linhares won first prize in the National Piano Competition, which was a major achievement for a young musician. This success led to a scholarship to study in Europe, and he traveled to Paris to study under the famous pianist and teacher, Marguerite Long. During his time in Paris, Linhares continued to develop his skills as a pianist, and he also began to compose his own music. He was greatly influenced by the French Impressionist composers, such as Debussy and Ravel, and his own compositions reflected this style. In 1956, Linhares returned to Brazil, where he began to establish himself as a leading pianist and composer. He performed in concerts throughout the country, and his performances were always well-received by audiences and critics alike. One of the highlights of Linhares' career was his performance at the 1960 International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland. This competition was one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world, and Linhares was the first Brazilian pianist to participate. He performed brilliantly, and he was awarded a special prize for his interpretation of Chopin's music. Linhares continued to perform and compose throughout the 1960s and 1970s, and he became known for his innovative approach to classical music. He was particularly interested in exploring the connections between classical music and Brazilian folk music, and he incorporated elements of Brazilian music into his compositions. In 1980, Linhares was awarded the Order of Cultural Merit by the Brazilian government, in recognition of his contributions to Brazilian culture. This was a great honor for Linhares, and it reflected the high regard in which he was held by his fellow musicians and the wider public. Linhares continued to perform and compose until his death in 1991. He left behind a rich legacy of music, and he is remembered as one of Brazil's greatest classical music artists. His innovative approach to music and his commitment to exploring the connections between different musical traditions continue to inspire musicians and audiences around the world.

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