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Mauricio Kagel (December 24, 1931 – September 18, 2008) was a distinctive composer of contemporary music, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and later based in Cologne, Germany. He is best known for his significant contributions to music theatre, where he made radical innovations and left a lasting impact. Kagel developed a highly personal aesthetic in his absolute music, showcasing a remarkable creative output that includes stage, orchestral, and chamber music across a wide range of instrumental settings, as well as film scores, radio plays, and essays. His work reflects a departure from academicism while maintaining close ties to tradition, particularly the German tradition. Imagination, originality, and humor are the hallmarks of this multimedia artist.

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