Silvestre Revueltas
| Name | Silvestre Revueltas |
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| Birth date | January 31, 1899 |
| Birth place | Santiago Papasquiaro, Durango, Mexico |
| Death date | October 5, 1940 |
| Death place | Mexico City, Mexico |
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| Occupation | Composer, conductor, violinist |
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Silvestre Revueltas (January 31, 1899 – October 5, 1940) was a prominent Mexican composer, conductor, and violinist. He is considered one of the most important figures in 20th-century Mexican music.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Born in Santiago Papasquiaro, Durango, Mexico, Revueltas showed musical talent from a young age. He studied violin and composition at the National Conservatory of Music in Mexico City.
Career[edit | edit source]
Revueltas's compositions are known for their innovative use of Mexican folk music and rhythms. His works often reflect the social and political issues of his time. Some of his most famous compositions include Sensemaya, La Noche de los Mayas, and Homenaje a Federico García Lorca. In addition to his work as a composer, Revueltas was also a skilled conductor, leading orchestras in Mexico and the United States. He collaborated with prominent artists such as Diego Rivera and David Alfaro Siqueiros.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Silvestre Revueltas's music continues to be celebrated for its originality and influence on Mexican classical music. His compositions are performed worldwide and have left a lasting impact on the music scene.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Revueltas led a tumultuous life, marked by political activism and struggles with alcoholism. He passed away on October 5, 1940, in Mexico City, leaving behind a rich musical legacy.
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