Nin, Joaquin 1879 - 1949
Author: Saitoh, Noriko
Last updated：August 1, 2008
Author: Saitoh, Noriko
A Cuban composer who was also active as a pianist. At the time of Nin's birth, Cuba was a Spanish territory. He is also considered Spanish due to his relocation to Spain in his early childhood. Subsequently, he moved from Spain to Paris and studied under Moszkowski and d'Indy. In addition to piano pieces, he composed music for ballets and chamber music works. He also introduced old Spanish harpsichords and arranged folk songs for concert performance.
Nin, who also taught music at his alma mater, the Schola Cantorum, had a son who also became active as a composer.
Works(6)
Piano Solo (4)