Juan Pablo Muñoz Sanz (Quito, March 13, 1898 – Quito, August 5, 1964) was an Ecuadorian writer, music critic, composer, and pianist. In 1944, he assumed the role of rector at the Quito National Conservatory, simultaneously taking charge of its orchestra, which later evolved into the esteemed National Symphony Orchestra. Additionally, Juan Pablo shared his expertise as a professor of Spanish, literature, and philosophy. Among his books are: “La Música en Quito” (1934), “Glosario de Amiel” (1936), “La música ecuatoriana” (1938), and “Nacionalismo y americanismo musical” (1938).
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- La Música en Quito (1934)
- Glosario de Amiel. Reflexiones sobre la timidez y réplica al doctor Marañón (1936, Grupo América Prize)
- La música ecuatoriana (1938)
- Nacionalismo y americanismo musical (1938)
- Testamento inmortal: valoración moral e histórica de la última proclama del Libertador (e1959)
- Voces en la sombra (2006)
He also composed the following songs or hymns
- “Capillana” (danza india)
- “Danza incásica No. 4”
- “Danza oriental”
- “Elegía del incario” (ballet)
- Himno a Quito
- Himno del ciencuentenario del Conservatorio
- “Madrigal” (pasillo)
- “Quiteña” (pasillo).