Biography
Manuel Sánchez (1804–1871) was a Canarian composer from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, recognized as a significant musical figure in the central period of the 19th century in the Canary Islands.
Life and Era: He was born in 1804 and lived until 1871. His work is primarily associated with the central 19th-century musical period.
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Musical Contribution: His compositions include overtures and concertante works for orchestra. He is often mentioned alongside other regional composers and musicians of his time, such as Bernardino Valle Chinestra and Agustín Millares Torres.
He is a recognized name in the musical heritage of the Canary Islands, with his works included in historical collections and referenced in musicological sources, such as those maintained by the Library of Congress and the VIAF (Virtual International Authority File).
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