Composer · b. 1881 - d. 1948
Carlos López Buchardo
Biography
Carlos López Buchardo (1881-1948) was an Argentine composer, pianist and educator. He studied in Buenos Aires and with Albert Roussel in Paris. In 1924 he founded Argentina’s national conservatory, which he directed until his death. His catalogue includes stage and orchestral works, chamber music, piano pieces and songs. His vocal music brings the melodic resources of Argentine traditions into dialogue with the European art song.