(1912-1997) Frustrated by his inability to secure accurate performances of his highly complex works, he spent most of his life in Mexico writing music for mechanical instruments such as player pianos with which he was able to achieve rhythmic complexity beyond the abilities of human musicians.
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Personality and Poliphony, a biography by Tom Rodwell with picture.
Links to Kyle Gann's articles on Nancarrow (for the Village Voice), and promo for the same's book on Nancarrow's life.
News feature includes a number of RealAudio samples and some limited biographical information.
News feature includes a number of RealAudio samples and some limited biographical information.
Personality and Poliphony, a biography by Tom Rodwell with picture.
Links to Kyle Gann's articles on Nancarrow (for the Village Voice), and promo for the same's book on Nancarrow's life.
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