Who was Andrés Segovia?
Q: Who was Andrés Segovia?
A: Andrés Segovia Torres, 1st Marquis of Salobreña, was a virtuoso Spanish classical guitarist from Linares, Jaén, Andalucia, Spain. He was one of the best known and most influential classical guitar personalities of the 20th century.
Q: What influence did he have on later guitarists?
A: He had a big influence on later guitarists due to his performances and recordings as well as his masterclasses.
Q: What works were dedicated to him by composers?
A: Important guitar works were dedicated to him by composers such as Federico Moreno Torroba.
Q: How is he remembered for his performances?
A: He is remembered for his expressive performances; his wide palette of tone and distinctive musical personality in tone, phrasing and style.
Q: Who did Segovia meet in the 1920s?
A: In the 1920s, Segovia met Brazilian musician Villa-Lobos and commissioned a guitar study from him.
Q: What films were made about his life and work?
A: Two films were made about his life and work called "Andrés Segovia - in Portrait" which are available on DVD.
Q: What record did he make in 1977?
A: His final RCA LP record (ARL1-1602), Reveries, was recorded in Madrid in June 1977.
