Konrad Ragossnig was a renowned Austrian classical guitarist and lutenist, celebrated for his expressive playing and broad repertoire that spanned from Renaissance and Baroque music to Romantic and 20th-century works. Born in 1932, he rose to prominence in the mid-20th century, both as a distinguished soloist and as a respected chamber musician. Ragossnig was particularly admired for his interpretations of Spanish guitar music and lute compositions, and he significantly contributed to the revival of early music through historically informed performances.
In addition to his performance career, Ragossnig was a devoted educator who taught at several major European conservatories, sharing his deep knowledge of both guitar and lute with upcoming generations. He also edited important collections of early music and was involved in musicological work. His recordings—covering composers like Bach, Villa-Lobos, and Granados—remain influential and are cherished by classical guitar enthusiasts around the world.
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