Carrillo, Julián, 1875-1965

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Dates:
Birth 1875-01-28
Death 1965-09-09
Mexicans,

Biographical notes:

Composed 1930.--Cf. Fleisher Collection.

From the description of Penumbras en el Paseo de la Reforma / J. Carrillo. [1930]. (Franklin & Marshall College). WorldCat record id: 45205733

Xochimilco is a picturesque residential suburb of Mexico City famous for its canals and "floating gardens." This work was written on a scale developed by the composer using 12 tones and music of distinctly native inspiration. Composed 1935.--Cf. Fleisher Collection.

From the description of Xochimilco : nocturno para orquesta / por Julián Carrillo. [19--?]. (Franklin & Marshall College). WorldCat record id: 45205741

Commemorates those who fell in the battle of Chapultepec which took place Sept. 8, 1847 during the Mexican-American War. First performance Mexico City, 4 March 1933, Orchestra of Mexico City, the composer conducting, Dolores Carrillo soloist. Dedicated to the composer's little daughter Lola.--Cf. Fleisher Collection.

From the description of 8 de Septiembre : fantasia impromptu para piano y orquesta / por Julián Carrillo. [19--?]. (Franklin & Marshall College). WorldCat record id: 45205732

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Subjects:

  • Fantasia
  • Microtonal music
  • Music
  • Music
  • Orchestral music
  • Piano with orchestra
  • Violin, violoncello, harp with orchestra
  • Vocalises (High voice) with instrumental ensemble

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  • Composers

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