Higinio Anglés facts for kids
Higinio Anglés (pronounced Hee-NEE-nyo Ahn-GLEHS), whose full name in Catalan was Higini Anglès i Pàmies, was an important Spanish priest and expert in music history. He was born in Catalonia, Spain, in 1888 and passed away in Rome, Italy, in 1969. As a musicologist, he spent his life studying and understanding music from the past.
His Life and Work
Higinio Anglés was a very dedicated scholar. He studied music deeply and became known for his work on old Spanish music. He helped people learn more about the rich musical history of Spain. His research involved looking at old manuscripts and documents to discover how music was played and composed centuries ago.
Anglés was also a Catholic priest. His work as a musicologist often involved studying religious music, which is a big part of classical music history. He taught others about music and helped preserve important musical works.
Honours and Awards
Higinio Anglés received a special award for his important work.
Spain : He was given the Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic on January 6, 1958. This is one of the highest honours Spain can give to someone. It shows that his country recognized his great contributions to culture and knowledge.
See also
- In Spanish: Higinio Anglés para niños (This link takes you to a page about Higinio Anglés written for children in Spanish.)
