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Osvaldo Noé Golijov (Spanish pronunciation:; born December 5, 1960) is an Argentine composer of classical music and music professor, known for his vocal and orchestral work.
Osvaldo Golijov’s works include the St Mark Passion; the opera Ainadamar; Azul, a cello concerto; The Dreams and Prayers of Isaac the Blind, for clarinet and string quartet; the song cycles Ayre and Falling Out of Time; and the soundtracks for Francis Ford Coppola’s Tetro, Youth Without Youth, and the upcoming Megalopolis.
Apr 29, 2024 · Osvaldo Golijov (born December 5, 1960, La Plata, Argentina) is an Argentine composer, who became one of the most successful classical artists of the early 21st century in the United States and was known for his eclectic approach to concert music.
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Osvaldo Golijov was one of the most celebrated stars in classical music. Then came a long, unexpected drought.
Jan 18, 2021 · In his newest work, Falling Out of Time, composer Osvaldo Golijov explores a painful subject — the death of a child. He was inspired by a unique literary work by Israeli writer David...
Learn about Osvaldo Golijov, a composer of diverse and acclaimed works that blend genres and voices. Find out about his upcoming and recent projects, collaborations, and awards.
Osvaldo Golijov was born in Argentina to Eastern European Jewish parents. His mother taught piano and his father was a doctor. His musical environment was diverse, including chamber music, Jewish liturgical music, klezmer music, and Astor Piazzolla’s tangos.
