“Amparito Roca” is a famous character piece composed in 1925 by Jaime Texidor.

The title refers to a young pianist to whom the work is said to be dedicated. Very quickly, this march became one of the most popular works in Spanish festive music. It is known for its bright energy and strong melodic character. The writing alternates between lyrical episodes and more rhythmically driven passages. Its main theme is instantly recognizable and helped the piece gain international popularity. The mus...