ISAAC ALBENIZ

Born in 1860, Isaac Albéniz is best known for his piano compositions that brilliantly captured the spirit of Spain.

Albéniz emerged as a piano prodigy very early, at the age of only four, but at twelve fled his family home and supported himself by giving concerts.

As a composer-virtuoso, Albéniz successfully melded together both composition and performance. He used local folklore as his inspiration, creating a marvelous melodic style that eventually influenced such big names as Debussy and Ravel. 



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