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About Andrés Segovia
He was a Spanish musician who was a virtuoso classical guitarist.
Personal Life
At birth, he was named Andrés Segovia Torres and lived with his uncle and auntie. He started learning music and tried learning to play the violin. It was very difficult for him because the teacher was impatient and strict which made him stop the lessons. In 1918, he married Adelaide Portillo then when the marriage ended, he married Paquita Madriguera who was a pianist. In 1962, he made Emilia Magdalena Corral Sancho his wife.
Career
He had the desire to go into music even though his family preferred that he became a lawyer. He started performing in Granada as a teenager, then moved on to play at Madrid in 1912. His music included “Rommance De Los Pinos”, “Scherzo: Allegro Con Spirito Alla Marcia”, “Granada From Suite Espanola No. 1 Op 47”, “Castelnuovo- Tedesco-Sonata “Homage to Boccherini” and “Castelnuovo Tedesco-Guitar Concerto No. 1 In D, Op. 99 Pt. 1”.
Death
He passed away due to a heart attack in 1987.
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F.A.Q. about Andrés Segovia
When is Andrés Segovia's birthday?
Andrés Segovia's birthday is on February 21, 1893.
In how many days is Andrés Segovia's birthday?
Andrés's birthday is in 305 days
How old was Andrés when he/she died?
Andrés Segovia was 94 years old.
When did Andrés Segovia die?
Andrés Segovia died in June 2, 1987.
How old would Andrés Segovia be today?
Andrés Segovia would be 131 years old if he/she was alive today.