Lecuona, Ernesto
(1895–1963)
Lecuona, Ernesto * August 6, 1895 – † November 29, 1963Lecuona, ErnestoErnesto Lecuona Born in Guanabacoa, Cuba, Ernesto Lecuona is one of the few composers who have achieved critical acclaim in both the popular and the classical musical fields. A link between the Spanish melodic tradition of the late 19th century and the Cuban dance music that took root in the 1920s, Lecuona’s prolific output includes more than 100 pieces for the piano, 50 theatrical pieces, 31 orchestral works, 11 soundtracks…