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The Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera (1916-1983) is generally regarded as one of the most original and important South American composers of the 20th century. His works for piano blend Argentine folk rhythms and colors with modern compositional techniques. His musical style incorporates rhythmic energy, enchanting lyricism and cerebral atmosphere.

"To compose, in my opinion, is to create an architecture... In music, this architecture unfolds in time... When time has past, when the work has unfolded, a sense of inner perfection survives in the spirit. Only then can one say that the composer has succeeded in creating that architecture." Ginastera

'Suite de Danzas Criollas', a five movement suite for solo piano, was written in 1946. Wikipedia

Ginastera
First Dance (Suite de Danzas Criollas Op 15)
BBC Radio 3 recital

Nicola Meecham