Manuel Alejandro reflects on music and philosophy at 93

At 93 years old, composer Manuel Alejandro reflects on his life and creative process in an interview conducted at his home in La Moraleja. The composer, originally from Jerez de la Frontera, maintains a deep connection to his three identities: Spain, Jerez, and his adopted home, Mexico.

Alejandro discusses his lifelong passion for music and literature, noting that his study is filled with works by philosophers such as Sartre, Zubiri, and Ortega y Gasset. He emphasizes the importance of continuous study, particularly with the piano, despite dealing with arthritis. Much of his musical composition has taken place between his studios in Madrid and Puerto de Santa María.