Aita Donostia facts for kids
José Gonzalo Zulaica (born January 10, 1886, in San Sebastián, Spain – died August 30, 1956) was a famous Spanish and Basque musician. He is better known by his pen name Aita Donostia. This name means "Father Donostia" or "Father San Sebastian". He was a priest born in San Sebastian, which is called Donostia in the Basque language. He was also known as José Antonio de Donostia.
Aita Donostia was a talented musicologist and composer. A musicologist is someone who studies music history and theory. A composer is someone who writes music.
A Life in Music
From 1936 to 1943, Aita Donostia had to live in France. This was a time when many people had to leave Spain. He spent these years continuing his work with music.
His Famous Music
Aita Donostia's most well-known work is called the Basque Preludes. This is a collection of fifteen piano pieces. They were inspired by traditional Basque music, which comes from the Basque Country in Spain and France.
He arranged these pieces in a very romantic style. This means they have strong emotions and beautiful melodies. His music might remind you of other famous composers like Robert Schumann and Edvard Grieg.
See also
In Spanish: Aita Donostia para niños
