José Joaquín Guarín
José Joaquín Guarín (* 1825 - December 4, 1854 in Bogotá ) was a Colombian composer .
Life
Guarín took a leading role in the music of Colombia in the 19th century. In 1848 he founded the Sociedad lírica in Bogotá , which was devoted to studying and performing church music .
His Requiem Oficio di Difuntos is of lasting importance . His contradanzas , which can be regarded as successful works of salon music , enjoyed great popularity beyond Colombia .
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| SURNAME | Guarín, José Joaquín |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Colombian composer |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 1825 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Bogotá , Colombia |
| DATE OF DEATH | 4th December 1854 |
| Place of death | Bogotá |