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Andres SegoviaAndrés Segovia Andrés Segovia Spanish guitarist (1893–1987) In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Segovia and the second or maternal family name is Torres. Andrés Segovia Torres,[a] 1st Marquis of Salobreña (21 February 1893 – 2 June 1987), was a Spanish virtuoso classical guitarist. Many professional classical guitarists were either students of Segovia or students of Segovia's students.[1] Segovia's contribution to the modern-romantic repertoire included not only commissions but also his own transcriptions of classical or baroque works. He is remembered for his expressive performances: his wide palette of tone, and his distinctive musical personality, phrasing and style. Quick facts The Most Illustrious, Born ... The Most Illustrious Andrés Segovia Segovia in 1963 Born Andrés Segovia Torres… (Source: Wikipedia)
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