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Carlos Salzedo

French harpist, pianist, conductor and composer (1885-1961) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 76

Charles Moïse Léon Salzedo was a French harpist, pianist, composer and conductor. His compositions presented the harp as a virtuoso instrument.

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He influenced many composers with his new ideas for the harp's sounds, and was influential in New York's new music scene through his work leading the International Composers' Guild with Edgard Varèse.

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1885 to 1961 · aged 76