Joaquin Rodrigo

Evening Music | May 6, 2010

As a child, Spanish composer Joaquin Rodrigo fell victim to an epidemic of diphtheria and became almost completely blind. It was a tragic yet fortunate turn of events; Rodrigo’s loss of sight inspired an interest in music and as an adult, Rodrigo became one of the most celebrated Spanish composers of the last century. Tonight we hear one of Rodrigo’s simple pieces for voice and piano called “Nani, Nani.” Also, music from John Adams and Domenico Gabrielli.


Also Featured Tonight:

Derek Bermel / Thracian Echoes
Robert Schumann / "Night Pieces" (Nachtstucke), Op. 23
Charles Fussell / Wilde, Symphony for Baritone and Orchestra
Percy Aldridge Grainger / Lincolnshire Posy
Alan Hovhaness / "Sonata ananda," Op. 303

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