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Rafael Calleja Gómez

1870 – 1938

Spanish composer and conductor (1870-1938). Conductor of Teatro Real de Madrid and Teatro de la Zarzuela. Founder with other composers (Ruperto Chapí, Sinesio Delgado, Carlos Arniches, Salvador Videgain Gómez) in 1899 of rights society Sociedad d...

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About Rafael Calleja Gómez

Lived 1870 – 1938 (aged 67). Rafael Calleja Gómez was a Spanish composer, pianist, conductor and organist.

Rafael Calleja Gómez (21 October 1870 – 12 February 1938) was a Spanish composer, best known for the song "Adiós Granada".

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Important facts

Born
21 October 1870, Burgos
Birth century
19th century
Died
12 February 1938, Madrid
Occupation
Composer, pianist, conductor, organist
Nationality
Spain
Also known as
Rafael Calleja y Gómez, Rafael Calleja, Rafael Calleja Gomez

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Rafael Calleja Gómez?

Spanish composer and conductor (1870-1938). Conductor of Teatro Real de Madrid and Teatro de la Zarzuela. Founder with other composers (Ruperto Chapí, Sinesio Delgado, Carlos Arniches, Salvador Videgain Gómez) in 1899 of rights society Sociedad d...

When was Rafael Calleja Gómez born?

Rafael Calleja Gómez was born on 21 October 1870 in Burgos.

When did Rafael Calleja Gómez die?

Rafael Calleja Gómez died on 12 February 1938 in Madrid.

What was Rafael Calleja Gómez's occupation?

Rafael Calleja Gómez was a composer, pianist, conductor and organist.

What nationality was Rafael Calleja Gómez?

Rafael Calleja Gómez was Spanish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Rafael Calleja Gómez

· Wikidata: Q3817390

· DBpedia: Rafael Calleja Gómez

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