(b Havana, 29 Sept 1879; d there, 24 Oct 1949). Cuban composer. He studied in Barcelona and the piano with Moszkowski in Paris, becoming internationally known as an exponent of Bach and early Spanish music. His works include songs and piano pieces influenced by Spanish Baroque music and French impressionism.

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