Blas Galindo

Full biography Blas Galindo

Blas Galindo Dimas (February 3 , 1910 – April 19, 1993) was a Mexican composer who made significant contributions to the cultural and musical landscape of Mexico. He was a member of the Huichol indigenous community and his musical style was heavily influenced by indigenous and mestizo folk music, pre-Columbian culture, and European classical music.

Galindo studied music at the National Conservatory of Music in Mexico City, where he later became a professor of composition and orchestration. He was known for his prolific output, with over 200 works in genres ranging from symphonies to chamber music to songs.

Galindo's music often explored themes related to Mexican identity and culture. He also sought to incorporate elements of indigenous and folk traditions into his compositions. One example of this is his famous work, "Sones de Mariachi" which incorporates traditional mariachi music into an orchestral setting.

In addition to his work as a composer, Galindo was also a respected pedagogue and administrator. He was the director of the National Conservatory of Music from 1948 to 1952, and later served as the director of the Escuela Superior de Música from 1965 to 1972.

Galindo's contributions to Mexican classical music were acknowledged and celebrated in his lifetime. He received numerous awards and recognitions, including the National Award for Arts and Sciences in 1989. Galindo's music continues to be performed and celebrated in Mexico and around the world.