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Composer Performer

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1921

 

Félix Reina was a Spanish composer born on January 1, 1928, in the city of Seville. He was the youngest of three siblings, and his parents were both musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Reina showed a great interest in music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. Reina began his musical education at the age of six, studying piano with his mother. He quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument and began composing his own music at the age of eight. At the age of ten, he began studying composition with the renowned Spanish composer Joaquín Rodrigo. In 1946, Reina moved to Madrid to continue his studies at the Royal Conservatory of Music. There, he studied composition with the composer and conductor Conrado del Campo. He also studied piano with the pianist and composer Rosa García Ascot. In 1950, Reina graduated from the conservatory with a degree in composition. He then began working as a freelance composer, writing music for film, television, and the theater. He also continued to compose classical music, and his works began to gain recognition in Spain and abroad. One of Reina's most famous works is his Symphony No. 1, which he composed in 1955. The symphony is a four-movement work that showcases Reina's mastery of orchestration and his ability to create powerful and emotional music. The symphony was premiered in Madrid in 1956 and was well-received by both audiences and critics. In 1958, Reina was awarded the National Prize for Music in Spain for his contributions to Spanish music. This was a great honor for Reina, and it helped to establish him as one of the leading composers of his generation. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Reina continued to compose music for a variety of mediums, including film, television, and the theater. He also continued to write classical music, and his works were performed by orchestras around the world. One of Reina's most famous works from this period is his Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra, which he composed in 1967. The concerto is a three-movement work that showcases the guitar's versatility and beauty. The concerto has become a staple of the guitar repertoire and is considered one of the greatest works for the instrument. In the 1980s, Reina began to focus more on his classical music compositions. He wrote several works for orchestra, including his Symphony No. 2, which he composed in 1983. The symphony is a three-movement work that showcases Reina's ability to create powerful and emotional music. In 1990, Reina was awarded the Gold Medal for Fine Arts by the Spanish government. This was a great honor for Reina, and it helped to cement his legacy as one of the greatest composers in Spanish music history. Reina continued to compose music until his death in 1996. His music continues to be performed and recorded by orchestras and musicians around the world. His legacy as a composer and musician is a testament to his talent and dedication to his craft.

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