Andres Segovia
Spanish classical guitarist
Died when: 94 years 101 days (1131 months)Star Sign: Pisces
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Andrés Segovia Torres, 1st Marquis of Salobreña (21 February 1893 – 2 June 1987) was a Spanish virtuoso classical guitarist.Many professional classical guitarists were students of Segovia or their students.Segovia's contribution to the modern-romantic repertoire included not only commissions but also his own transcriptions of classical or baroque works.
He is remembered for his expressive performances: his wide palette of tone, and his distinctive musical personality, phrasing and style.
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