Leonardo De Lorenzo

Italian flute player and educator

Leonardo De Lorenzo - Italian flute player and educator
Born

August 29th, 1875
149 years ago

Died

July 29th, 1962
62 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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An influential flute player and educator, contributed significantly to flute pedagogy and performance in the early 20th century. Associated with major orchestras, performed as a soloist and in chamber music settings. Published numerous works and instructional materials that became standard references for flute players. Served as a professor at various music institutions, shaping the careers of many flutists.

Contributed to flute pedagogy

Served as a professor of flute

Published instructional materials

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