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Albéniz, the Catalan composer, wrote his six-piece piano suite "España" at the age of 30 while living in London. His virtuosic piano recitals there were causing a sensation. At these concerts, he often performed his own compositions, which were infused with the vibrant flair of his Spanish homeland. Notably, Albéniz gave the premiere performance of the full "España" piano cycle in London, transporting his audience on a journey through the Spanish countryside. The suite features exotic dance rhythms like the "Zortzico" as well as lyrical folk melodies in the "Serenata," all preceded by the famous "Tango" that has since become widely arranged.