Composer

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Ernesto Lecuona

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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2:46

Ernesto Lecuona was a Cuban composer and pianist who is considered one of the most important figures in Latin American music. He composed a wide range of music, including popular songs, classical pieces, and film scores. One of his most famous works is "No es por tí," a song that has become a classic of Latin American music. "No es por tí" was composed by Lecuona in 1942, and it premiered the same year. The song is part of a larger work called "La Comparsa," which is a suite of six pieces for piano. "La Comparsa" was inspired by the carnival parades that take place in Cuba and other Latin American countries, and each piece in the suite represents a different aspect of the carnival. "No es por tí" is the fourth movement of "La Comparsa," and it is a slow, melancholic piece that contrasts with the more upbeat and festive pieces that precede it. The song is written in a minor key, which gives it a sad and introspective quality. The melody is simple and haunting, with a repeating motif that is played throughout the piece. The lyrics of "No es por tí" were written by Lecuona's brother, Ernesto Lecuona Jr. The song is a lament for a lost love, with the singer expressing his sadness and regret over the end of the relationship. The lyrics are poetic and evocative, with lines like "No es por tí que lloro, es por mi soledad" (I'm not crying for you, I'm crying for my loneliness). The characteristics of "No es por tí" are typical of Lecuona's style, which blends elements of classical music with popular Cuban rhythms and melodies. The song is a beautiful example of the bolero, a genre of Latin American music that originated in Cuba in the late 19th century. Boleros are typically slow, romantic songs that feature a solo singer accompanied by a guitar or piano. "No es por tí" has become a classic of Latin American music, and it has been covered by many artists over the years. The song's enduring popularity is a testament to Lecuona's talent as a composer and his ability to capture the emotions of his listeners with his music.

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