Juan Hidalgo

The Profile

Canary-born Spanish composer and performer active in the international avant-garde. Associated with open, aleatoric scores, interdisciplinary practice (photography, painting, poetry) and projects inspired by Fluxus; collaborator with figures such as Walter Marchetti and participants like Demetrio Stratos.

Founder/participant in the Zaj project (1964–1992); released LPs on Gianni Sassi's Cramps label (Tamaran 1974, Rrose Sélavy 1977); taught in Spain and Canada; participated in events such as Venice Biennale (1976) and various Italian festivals. Published musicological writings between 1957 and 1987.

The provided review frames Juan Hidalgo as a Canary-born Spanish avant-garde composer and performer linked to Zaj and Fluxus-inspired projects. Tamaran is presented as an open, aleatoric suite for twelve pianos emphasizing precise timing and harmonic techniques. The reviewer values the concept and historical context more than passive listening.