Francisco González Gamarra Explained

Francisco González Gamarra (June 4, 1890, Cusco, Peru – July 15, 1972 Lima, Peru) was a Peruvian composer and painter. As a composer he began his career writing music in styles of the Classical and Romantic periods, but later developed a highly original style which blended Western European classical music with the traditional music of Peru. His Suite for orchestra won him the "Premio Nacional de Música ‘Dunker-Lavalle’" award.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Encyclopedia: Enrique Iturriaga. 2001. González Gamarra, Francisco. Grove Music Online. . 10.1093/gmo/9781561592630.article.45211.