Alberto Ginastera

Biography

Alberto Ginastera was a composer whose works drew on the rhythms and colors of Argentina to enrich the global classical repertoire. His music ranges from lush, nationalistic ballet scores to intricate concert works that explore modernist textures while honoring native traditions.

Celebrated for his imaginative orchestration and bold harmonies, Ginastera spent his final days in Switzerland, and the Cemetery of Kings now holds the remains of a musician who bridged continents through sound.