Falla, Manuel de

Falla, Manuel de * November 23, 1876 – † November 14, 1946Falla, ManuelManuel Falla Although he is little remembered outside professional musical circles today, Manuel de Falla is considered the greatest Spanish composer of the 20th century. He blended his country’s folk traditions with the classical repertory. Born Manuel María de los Dolores Falla y Matheu in Cadiz, the Andalusian port, he spent his childhood studying piano, first with his mother, then with several professional teachers. He…