Manuel Oltra facts for kids
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Manuel Oltra i Ferrer (born February 8, 1922 – died September 26, 2015) was a Spanish composer. He was known for writing music that focused on harmony and counterpoint. These are important parts of how music is put together. He also led a famous music school in Barcelona for many years.
Oltra passed away from pneumonia in Barcelona, Spain, when he was 93 years old.
Who Was Manuel Oltra?
Manuel Oltra i Ferrer was a talented musician from Spain. He was born in Valencia on February 8, 1922. From a young age, he showed a great interest in music. He grew up to become a well-known composer. A composer is someone who writes music.
His Work in Music
Manuel Oltra was especially known for his understanding of music theory. He focused on two main areas: harmony and counterpoint.
- Harmony is about how different musical notes sound good together. Think of it like building chords that create a pleasant sound.
- Counterpoint is about how different melodies can be played at the same time. These melodies move independently but still sound good together.
Oltra's music often showed his deep knowledge of these complex ideas.
Leading a Music School
From 1959, Manuel Oltra became the director of the Conservatorio Superior Municipal de Barcelona. This was a very important music school in Barcelona. He led the school for many years, helping to guide young musicians. He stayed in this role until the school changed in 1987. His leadership helped shape many students who went on to become musicians themselves.
Later Life
Manuel Oltra lived a long life dedicated to music. He continued to compose and share his knowledge. He passed away on September 26, 2015, in Barcelona. He was 93 years old. His death was caused by pneumonia, a common lung infection. Oltra left behind a legacy of beautiful music and a history of teaching future generations.
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Oltra in 2010
