Verano Porteno [Import]

1. La Calle 92

2. Verano Porteno

3. Escualo

4. Decarisimo

5. Milonga Del Angel

6. Nunca Tuvo Novio

7. Chau Paris

8. Concierto Para Quinteto

9. Invierno Porteno

10. Adios Nonino

11. El Dia Que Me Quieras

Verano Porteno,Ryota Komatsu,Sony,Classical Artists,World Music

Average customer rating: The Aranjuez Adagio is Perfection Classic Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar The Best One Disc Compilation of the Man That's Out There! Excellent!!

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Tracks:

1. Romance
2. Pavane
3. Sunburst
4. Una Limosna Por el Amor de Dios
5. Asturias
6. Gymnopedie No. 3
7. El Condor Pasa
8. Verano Porteno
9. Scherzino Mexicano
10. Berceuse
11. Natalia
12. Dance from la Vida Breve
13. Planxty Madame Maxwell
14. Epitafios
15. Prelude from Lute Suite
16. I. Prelude from Suite for Lute (Guitar) No. 4 in E Major, BXV 1006a - From The Seville Concert
17. Sonata in E Major, K. 380 (L. 23) - From The Baroque Album
18. III. Allegro from Trio For Violin, Lute (Guitar) And Basso Continuo In C Major, RV 82 - From John Williams Plays Vivaldi Concertos
19. II. Adagio From Conceirto de Aranjuez For Guitar And Orchestra

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Guitarist John Williams (no, not John Williams the soundtrack composer) adds to his fine catalog of impeccable recordings with Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar. But this isn't just a best-of collection (though some of his greatest work is included here) since the disc contains three new recordings. Among the new tracks, Fauré's Pavane is a real stunner, a short but gorgeous piece originally meant for orchestra and choir, where Williams's guitar sounds as though it always belonged there. We get Williams at his most interpretative--his arrangements of Satie's Gymnopedie No. 3 and Piazzolla tango Verano porteno--and his most serene (the "Cavatina" theme from the movie Deer Hunter). Let's face it, some fine classical guitarists can lull their listeners into near comatose states with their instrument; Williams, on the other hand, is just the opposite. His gorgeous tone, inventive arrangements, and interesting repertoire continue to make the classical guitar sound exciting. In short, a great introduction to Williams and a real gem for lovers of classical guitar. --Jason Verlinde

Customer Reviews:

The Aranjuez Adagio is Perfection.......2007-03-01

The second movement adagio of the Aranjuez concert is one of my favourite pieces, a very difficult one to get right. I've listened to well over a dozen variations, the one on this CD, track 19, is an absolute gem. Just by itself is reason enough to own this CD. The only other Aranjuez performance that's even worth mentioning in the same breath is Julian Bream's, track 2 of the CD titled just "Julian Bream", with the Monteverdi orchestra. Both are just stunning performances, as close to perfection as it gets. Julian's is a bit stronger on the guitar than the one here.

Classic.......2007-01-26

Excellent CD for those interested in classical music. All the tracks are great in sound quality!

Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar.......2007-01-20

Loved the songs....loved the guitar renditions. Would highly recommend!

The Best One Disc Compilation of the Man That's Out There!.......2006-04-19

If you had to call modern classical guitar by another name, it would be John Williams. A student of none other than the brilliant Andres Segovia himself, John has shown over the years to have learnt a great deal from the master and has himself developed simply impeccable technique.

As a guitarist myself who has been struggling all these years with "Cavatina", it always amazes me how effortlessly John makes the tune sound so simple and as if two guitarists are playing, one for the accompanyment and one for the melody and yet it's all him! Not only are the tracks representative of John's great talent but they also represent some of the most famous and challenging pieces to play.

Another great example of this is "Asturias(Leyenda) by Albeniz, a hauntingly beautiful and deceptively simple-sounding piece. We also get pieces that span the centuries from J.S. Bach and Vivaldi to Stanley Myers and York ending with the brilliant second movement of Rodrigo's "Concierto de Aranjuez".

Although the sound quality isn't brilliant as some tracks sound better mastered than others, overall this is a great one disc introduction to John Williams' work and comes highly recommended.

Excellent!!.......2006-03-06

This is a delightful compilation. The music flows effortlessly and leaves the listener wanting more.

Average customer rating: Music ALIVE! Full Circle With Kremer's Eight Seasons Rapturous "Eight wonders" From the River Plate (Rio de la Plata).

Vivaldi and Piazzolla: Eight Seasons Manufacturer: Nonesuch ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Piazzolla, Astor | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Vivaldi | Vivaldi, Antonio | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Kremer, Gidon | ( K ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Similar Items: Hommage A Piazzolla Happy Birthday Tracing Astor Tango: Zero Hour Piazzolla: Tango Ballet, Concierto Del Angel, Tres Piezas Para Orquesta De Camara / Kremer, Glorvigen, et al ASIN: B0000206A4 Release Date: 2000-02-29

Tracks:

1. 'La Primavera' - Concerto In E Major, Op. 8 No. 1: Allegro
2. 'La Primavera' - Concerto In E Major, Op. 8 No. 1: Largo
3. 'La Primavera' - Concerto In E Major, Op. 8 No. 1: Allegro
4. Verano Porteno: Summer In Buenos Aires
5. 'L'Estate' - Concerto In G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2: Allegro Non Molto
6. 'L'Estate' - Concerto In G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2: Adagio
7. 'L'Estate' - Concerto In G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2: Presto
8. Otono Porteno: Autumn In Buenos Aires
9. 'L'Autunno' - Concerto In F Major, Op. 8 No. 3: Allegro
10. 'L'Autunno' - Concerto In F Major, Op. 8 No. 3: Adagio Molto
11. 'L'Autunno' - Concerto In F Major, Op. 8 No. 3: Allegro
12. Invierno Porteno: Winter In Buenos Aires
13. 'L'Invierno' - Concerto In F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4: Allegro Non Molto
14. 'L'Invierno' - Concerto In F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4: Largo
15. 'L'Invierno' - Concerto In F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4: Allegro
16. Primavera Portena: Spring In Buenos Aires

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Despite global warming, Vivaldi's The Four Seasons is more popular than ever. But it still seems strange that Gidon Kremer and his Kremerata Baltica ensemble--a group that continues to stun us with riveting performances of lesser-heard works--would tackle the tried-and-true baroque masterpiece. Luckily, Kremer inventively separates each Vivaldi season with a corresponding composition from Astor Piazzolla's Four Seasons Suite, making for fascinating comparisons. Kremer's performances of the Vivaldi are remarkable, sounding solid and fresh. And like an infectious Broadway musical, Piazzolla's seasons always seem on the verge of a giddy dance number. Kremer really gets to show off on these tango-inspired pieces, but he's charming throughout. The programming probably won't make this your reference Four Seasons, but for those who love their Vivaldi in small doses or fans of Kremer's Tango Ballet disc, this is a must-have. --Jason Verlinde

Customer Reviews:

Music ALIVE!.......2006-03-12

I really know hardly anything about Argentinan music or Kremer, but I bought this album after I became enraptured with the spring and summer suites at a ballet. My local company created a piece inspired by the works of expatriate artist Amaranth Ehrenhalt and set to alternating Vivaldi and Piazzola selections. I was amazed by how Vivaldi's Seasons took on new life. Everything was vivid and fluid and meshed perfectly with the dance. I recommend this--you can truely feel the seasons alive in all of their glory.
BTW: Rio de la Plata means River of Silver.

Full Circle With Kremer's Eight Seasons.......2005-10-19

Gidon Kremer has been building himself quite the reputation as an interpreter of the music of the late and great Argentine musical polymath, Astor Piazzolla. Here he takes the very well-known Four Seasons of Vivaldi and stands them up to the Four Seasons of Piazzolla and the result is an aural delight.
Most who are reading this are probably curious about this CD for one of two reasons: either they are Vivaldi fans, or they are Piazzolla fans. But who says that being a fan of one has to exclude the other? After you listen to this, you are likely to become a fan of the music of both composers and of Gidon Kremer as well if you were not already.
Being a huge Piazzolla fan,I never tire of hearing different interpretations of one of his most important works. The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires may be born of tango, but it is much more than that. It is a masterful marriage of classical elements with those of tango. Piazzolla could do many things with music and what he has created with his Four Seasons is an electrifying blend that will stand the test of time.
And so here is Gidon Kremer with yet another skillful and faithful interpretation of the both the spirit and the letter of Astor Piazzolla's music, cleverly juxtaposed with that of one of the Old Masters. Kremer brings us full circle with his presentation of the Four Seasons sequences of both composers, beginning with Vivaldi's La Primavera (Spring) and after a musical journey through the year, ending with Primavera Portena (Buenos Aires Spring) so that we finish where we began.
Kremer and his Kremerata Baltica do a virtuoso job throughout. Though I am a partisan of the music of Piazzolla, I enjoy Kremer's interpretation of Vivaldi as well. If you know and love this music as I do, then Eight Seasons merits an esteemed slot in your CD collection.

Rapturous.......2004-07-21

Parts of this recording are so beautiful that when I listen while working, I have to pause what I am doing and close my eyes. I don't remember how I ended up buying this CD (it certainly wasn't planned), but I am so grateful.

My rabbit hates it though. When I listen to it at home, he stamps his feet. So I can only listen to it at work. :(

"Eight wonders".......2003-02-24

Gidon Kremer's musical explorations were very famous from the beginning and during the last few years he is gaining almost a "classical superstar" status. I was a little suspicious about those beautifully packaged CDs with sort of "trendy" and almost too interesting sounding titles for serious classical achievements. BUT!! I couldn't be more wrong. "After Mozart" or "Eight Seasons" seem to be some of the most inspiring recordings I've heard. While listening to "Eight Seasons" at "concert" levels in a privacy of my room, I felt "goose bumps" for several times and I had to laugh out of pleasure, thinking: this is SOOO good. Gidon Kremer and his "baltic fresh" Kremerata Baltica are pursuing and tacking the pure essence of music. Programming the mix of Piazzola and Vivaldi doesn't seem extraordinary anymore. It is pure music, pure joy. Technical bravura and excellent sound are only side things. Tango nuevo - widely popularized music form and one of the most (ab)used baroque masterpieces join as one in a fresh and artistically meaningful entity. What more can we wish for ?
Piazzola sounds energetic and powerful and Vivaldi the freshest out of numerous interpretetions. Mixed in an interesting sequence they form a new "Opus".

I also strongly recommend "After Mozart" with its mixture of contemporary music and timeless, for many "godlike" Mozart. A recording that makes him human and even more divine at the same time.

From the River Plate (Rio de la Plata)........2002-11-10

The River Plate, an akward translation from the spanish "Rio de la Plata", is the widest river on the world. It both separates and bonds Buenos Aires with Montevideo, capitals cities of Argentina and Uruguay respectively. If I could ask Billy Joel how would he name this river, I think that much alike his excellent album "River of Dreams", he would call it "River of Tango".
Yesterday night I attended Mr. Kremer and the Baltic Kamerata's performance, where in addition to Mahler's 10th Adaggio, they played these "eight seasons". I think that for Mr. Kremer and his ensemble, coming to play to South America and precisely to the birthplace of tango, could be a "tour the force".
Well, he & the Kamerata were magnificient, classy. He kept us on our feet, applauding, for more than fifteen minutes.
This CD has capture the thrilling of his live performances.It is the kind of recording that becomes a milestone in our "audio memory", as Mr. Karajan liked to say. Enjoy it.

Average customer rating: One-dimensional tango Kneel in the Church of Tango This is a Tango Bar. Outstanding! Tango for the world

Tangos Among Friends Daniel Barenboim , Rodolfo Mederos , and Héctor Console Manufacturer: Teldec ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music Orchestral Pop | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Brazilian Rhapsody The Rough Dancer and the Cyclical Night (Tango Apasionado) Los Tangueros Soul of the Tango: The Music of Astor Piazzolla Tango: Zero Hour ASIN: B000000S97 Release Date: 1996-08-27

Tracks:

1. Mi Buenos Aires querido
2. Verano porteno
3. La moza donosa
4. Don Agustin Bardi
5. Tzigane tango
6. Invierno Porte o
7. Aquellos tangos camperos
8. Adios Nonino
9. El Dia que me quieras
10. Primavera portena
11. A Fuego lento
12. Otono porteno
13. Contrabajeando
14. Bailecito

Customer Reviews:

One-dimensional tango.......2007-03-04

While the technical aspects of this recording are beyond question, the nostalgic point of view the performers have chosen transforms these beautiful tangos in whinny pieces.... Tango is about melancholy, that's true, but it's also about machismo, and lacks anything but power.

These fine interpretations are nice to listen to as background music, but don't convey the power of the tango, and so, I must recommend anything else if you are looking for an introduction to this complex music. Piazzola's original pieces, for example, will knock your socks off, compared to the interpretations featured here. The only song I found to be worth on its own, is not a tango, but a beautiful danza by Alberto Ginastera. I have heard many versions of that song and this one is my favourite one by far....

Kneel in the Church of Tango.......2004-01-01

There may not be candles or pews or stain glass windows, but the realm of Tango has become an object of reverence for many. Most people have only heard the orchestral versions of this type of music and that is unfortunate. The original tango was a song - not a dance.

ALthough Piazzolla has made Tango accessible for the masses (and transformed it into a new creature in the process) it is Gardel and Salgan who hearken back to the roots of the movement. These are sultry tones, languid, erotic, passionate and exquisite. It is almost impossible to select any one as a favorite so I'll conclude that they all deserve a prize.

This is a Tango Bar........2002-12-13

Now you will know what it's like to sit, tears filling your already-empty glass, in a Tango Bar in Buenos Aires on a lonely night.

Outstanding!.......2002-03-04

This album contains the most beautiful, refined, and expressive tango performances I have ever heard. Not only that, but you CAN dance to them! The accordian playing here is truly fine and sensitive. Barenboim's sense of timing and rubato is always expressive, never excessive, and seems contagious to the rest of the ensemble. I listen to this over and over again and never get tired of it. An unexpected bonus to this double bass aficionado was Contrabajedo's inclusion on this CD. Bravo! You need to buy this CD immediately.

Tango for the world.......2002-03-02

This is music at its best: relaxing, precise, melodic, thoughtful, romantic, and entertaining all at once. You will never get tired of this album. If you enjoy the finer things in life, this is a MUST. There is not a single annoying piece in the whole album. I rate it among my favorite albums of all time. Truly timeless. Enjoy!

Average customer rating: Amazing Typical Piazzolla...Extraordinary A Christlike Performance superb playing of great music

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Tracks:

1. Revirado
2. Fuga y misterio
3. Milonga del angel
4. Decarissimo
5. Soledad
6. La muerte del angel
7. Adios Nonino
8. Libertango
9. Verano porte
10. Michelangelo '70
11. Buenos Aires hora cero
12. Tangata

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Like his frequent partner, Yo-Yo Ma, pianist Emanuel Ax has become infatuated with the tangos of Astor Piazzolla. Ax sought out pianist Pablo Ziegler, a long-time member of Piazzolla's ensemble, to make these arrangements and perform them with him. With his innate musicianship and Ziegler as a tutor, Ax has entered wholeheartedly into the world of the New Tango. These performances have just the right feeling for rhythm and color. Whether you need an album of Piazzolla on two pianos is another question. I'd say get some of Piazzolla's own recordings first. But for piano tango this album is a total success. --Leslie Gerber

Customer Reviews:

Amazing.......2005-07-16

There is a certain intensity in Piazzola's music that is hard to describe. It can be very powerful and nostalgic at the same time, very energetic and extremely mellow. Rumor has it that when Piazzola was studing music, his teacher pesuaded him to go back to his natural instrument, the bandoneon, as Piazzola had proven to play it with a special sensitivity.
While played in the bandoneon , Piazzola's music reaches all its Argentinean identity and character, but in the piano- in this case two of them- his music transforms and gets a richness that is really imppresive. I can't imagine two better piano players to deliver the passion of Piazzola's music. Emmanuel Ax and Pablo Ziegler are amazing together. Los Tangueros is a classic for all the Piazzola fans.

Typical Piazzolla...Extraordinary.......2003-03-05

The quintessential Piazzolla is presented here in a rapturous performance by several artists in their own right. I was attracted to this recording because I play the piano and the idea of Emanual Ax and Pablo Ziegler (another one of those classical-Tango joint venture a la Yo Yo Ma) performing Tango was too much to pass up.

The transcriptions are very, very good. In fact, though one can readily distinguish the sound from the classic Tango ensemble, the music is seamless. It works! Of particular interest is "La muerte del angel". One wishes that the "angel" trilogy could be presented in one package instead of spread out over several recordings. And speaking of transcripts, a German firm now distributes piano versions of Piazzolla tangos in three volumes.

While I'm wishing, it would be great if someone recorded the entire body of Piazzolla compositions in one collection.

A Christlike Performance.......2000-08-02

I was unfamiliar with Emanuel Ax, very familiar with Pablo Ziegler, and ultra familiar with the work of Astor Piazzolla, so I decided to give this CD a try. The only disappointment is that there are only 12 songs on this recording. It must have been difficult for Piazzolla acolyte Ziegler to decide which of the hundreds of worthy Piazzolla compositions to record. In the end, he did a great job not only in selecting a variety of Piazzolla styles, but also in selecting those which fit his conception of this project. Its hard to choose a favorite here though if pressed, I'd name the stately Soledad followed closely by the equally majestic Tangata. Ziegler's arrangements are impeccable. He proves that a lot of music can spring from two pianos with no other instrumentation needed when the arrangements are right. I heartily recommend this album not only to Piazzolla fans, but to fans of the piano. I hope that Ax and Ziegler soon offer an encore to this Christlike performance.

superb playing of great music.......1999-08-07

Piazzola does for tango what Gershwin did for the blues. And there is no better medium to hear what Piazzola is up to than these splendid arrangements for two pianos. Emanuel Ax, of course, is one of America's best living pianists. With Ziegler, he forms an unforgettable team. Highly worthwhile.

Average customer rating: An Inspired Homage This is what music is all about

Piazzolla Forever Manufacturer: Dreyfus ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Piazzolla, Astor | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Live Albums | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Similar Items: New York Tango Ruby, My Dear French Touch Gallianissimo Face to Face ASIN: B0000BWVNB Release Date: 2003-09-09

Tracks:

1. Otoorte
2. Invierno porte
3. Sur: Regreso al amor
4. Concerto pour bandon et orchestre "Aconcagua" : Final
5. Milonga del angel
6. Michelangelo 70
7. Improvisation sur le th "Libertango"
8. Laura et Astor
9. Escualo
10. Prntation du septet
11. Verano porte
12. Primavera porte

Album Description

With his ninth album, "Piazzolla Forever" (Dreyfus Jazz) Galliano pays homage to one of his earliest inspirations, the man he often refers to as his "spiritual father." Rearranging 10 compositions by Piazzolla for accordion or bandoneon, piano and string quintet, he and the Richard Galliano Septet transform each tune into a personal statement of stirring beauty. Recorded on the sold-out world tour of the same name, "Piazzolla Forever" includes such classic Piazzolla compositions as "Le Quartre Saisons De Buenos Aires", "Libertango" and "Milonga Del Angel", but, with the guitar of Piazzolla's original recordings replaced by violin, viola and cello, the timbre and free-flowing improvisation reflect Galliano's unique musical vision.

Richard Galliano - accordion/bandoneon Jean Marc Phillips-Varjabédian - solo violin Lyonel Schmit - second violin Jean Marc Apap - viola Raphaël Pidoux - cello Stéphane Logerot - double bass Hervé Sellin - piano

Customer Reviews:

An Inspired Homage.......2004-03-24

Being a long-time fan of Astor Piazzolla, I am always seeking out performers who profess the same love for his work that I have. And having come to know about Richard Galliano through this site, I did not hesitate to order this CD when it first came to my notice.
With Piazzolla Forever, Galliano and his septet offer the listener a spectacular and virtuoso interpretation of some of the best known middle to late period compositions of the late Argentine musical giant.
Doing at least two of the Four Seasons of Buenos Aires has become de rigeur for any artist who dares to attempt Piazzolla. Galliano gives us all four, and in splendid fashion at that. In addition, we are treated to fine renditions of Milonga del Angel, Sur, Michelangelo 70, Escualo, as well as an extended solo interpretation of the classic Libertango by Galliano himself. As an added treat, a piece of the rarely covered Aconcagua is performed and Galliano slips in a little composition of his own in personal tribute to Piazzolla and his wife Laura. This recording is so good, it is hard to tell that it is live but for the occasional applause.
Galliano and his able sidemen show that they have learned the covered material inside out. I highly recommend this inspired work of homage to all fans of both Galliano and Piazzolla. You won't be sorry you bought it.

This is what music is all about.......2003-12-27

Got this for christmas from some hoity toity friends. Must admit I wasnt too impressed by the cover. Almost put it in the recycle bin for next year. But I gave it a try. Initially I used it for low background music just to give it a chance. Since then the volume has risen to normal istening levels and I must say this is a real unique musical experience. Difficult to describe the stlye, though I would say it has a very French 40's to 50's stlye. Acordians,violins,violas and similar. The recording is done live but its not obvious. For music I give it 88% and recording 92%. This is an treasure waiting to be unearthed for those brave enough to splash the cash.

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Piano Music of Argentina Manufacturer: Asv Living Era ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Ginastera | Ginastera, Alberto | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Piazzolla, Astor | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Preludes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Rondos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B0000CEONC Release Date: 2004-01-20

Tracks:

1. Rondo Sobre Temas Infantiles Argentinos, Op.19
2. Milonga Del Angel
3. No.1 - Danza Del Viejo Boyero
4. No.2 - Danza De La Moza Donosa
5. No.3 - Danza Del Gaucho Matrero
6. Invierno Porteno
7. Adios Nonino
8. I: Allegretto
9. II: Lento Muy Expresivo
10. III: Presto
11. Milonga
12. Oblivion
13. No.8 - Tribute To Juan Jose Castro
14. No.4 - Vidala
15. No.2 - Triste
16. No.6 - Tribute To Roberto Garcia Morillo
17. Verano Porteno
18. I: Allegro Marcato
19. II: Presto Misterioso
20. III: Adagio Molto Appassionato
21. IV: Ruvido Ed Ostinato
22. Gato
23. I: Adagietto Pianissimo
24. II: Allegro Rustico
25. III: Allegretto Cantabile
26. IV: Calmo E Poetico
27. V: Scherzando

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Average customer rating: High Spirited Performance Great Performance of American Music a good one

Spirit of the Guitar: Music of the Americas Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Piazzolla, Astor | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Villa-Lobos, Heitor | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Villa-Lobos, Heitor | Composers | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Classical Instrumental Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar The Great Paraguayan: Guitar Music of Barrios Essential Guitar: 33 Guitar Masterpieces Together Again/ Julian Bream & John Williams Together/Julian Bream & John Williams ASIN: B0000026PK Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. Sunburst
2. Aconquija
3. La Ultima Cancion
4. Verano Porteno
5. Lullaby
6. Scherzino Mexicano
7. Natalia
8. El Nino
9. Maria Luisa
10. Cueca
11. Berceuse
12. Danza Caracteristica
13. Spanish Guitar Blues
14. Blues for Felix
15. Swing 59
16. Choros No. 1
17. El Colibri
18. Nortena

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High Spirited Performance.......2002-02-21

The first 11 recordings from this CD are among my favorite of all guitar recordings, epecially "Sunburst," "Aconquija," "Verano Porteno," "Natalia," and "Cueca." Both the performances and the recording quality are outstanding. I'm just not that fond of the last 7 compositions (except maybe "El Colibri").

Great Performance of American Music.......2002-02-13

Williams records another great CD. From the thrilling opening, "Sunburst" by Andrew York, through Mangore', Brouwer, and Charlie Byrd, the music is very well-chosen and impeccably performed. Bursting with energy, South American dance rhythms or slow and melacholy, these are great pieces.

This music goes in a completely different direction from, say, Bach or Scarlatti or Albeniz or Tarrega. It's the American sound in many of its guises. Wonderful music. One of my favorite classical guitar CD's (up there with "Parkening Plays Bach" and "Songs My Father Taught Me," by Pepe Romero.)

a good one.......2000-05-29

I don't understand anything of th other review of this album, but i don't belikeve it's as bad as it says.

The album is very good, it has music from every part of america, and as usual Williams offers a great level of performance

Average customer rating: a must have for all the Piazzollists

Itinerary of a Genius Astor Piazzolla Manufacturer: Milan Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Argentina | South & Central America | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Tango | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Similar Items: Tango: Zero Hour The Rough Dancer and the Cyclical Night (Tango Apasionado) Astor Piazzolla - The Soul Of Tango: Greatest Hits ASIN: B000068Q1X Release Date: 2002-07-23

Tracks:

1. Adios Nonino
2. Libertango
3. Buenos Aires hora cero
4. Tres minutos con la realidad
5. Verano Porteno
6. Doble concierto para Bandoneon, Guitarra y Orquesta de Cuerdos - "Hommage a Liege" Tango
7. Vuelvo al Sur
8. Tanguedia III
9. Milonga del Angel
10. Concierto de Nacar 3rd mvt allegro marcato
11. Decarissimo
12. Duo de Amor
13. Ballada para un loco
14. November 1987 - Opus
15. July 1987 - Les Trottoirs de Buenos Aires - Euphonia Argentina
16. March 21, 1981 - Interactualites

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a must have for all the Piazzollists.......2004-06-23

This is one of my favorite Piazzolla recordings. Be ready to embarke on a beautiful journey through Europe and Argentina. For the pluralists Piazzolla's language is the Lingua-Franca !

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Encore! Encore! Manufacturer: MinstreL ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Classical | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music ASIN: B0002Z1EDU Release Date: 2004-08-18

Tracks:

1. "Primavera Portena" by Astor Piazzolla
2. "La Vi Llegar" by Enrique Francini
3. "Tango" by Isaac Albeniz
4. "La Calesita" by Isaac Albeniz
5. "Verano Porteno" by Astor Piazzolla
6. "Doubts" by Mikhail Glinka
7. "Guardia Vieja" by J.de Caro
8. "The Easy Winners" by Scott Joplin
9. "Oblivion" by Astor Piazzolla
10. "Otono Porteno" by Astor Piazzolla
11. "Valse" by Dmitri Schostakovich
12. "Polka" by Dmitri Schostakovich
13. "Cafetin de Buenos Aires"
14. "Milonga" by Alberto Ginastera
15. "Invierno Porteno" by Astor Piazzolla
16. "Milonga" by Pedro Saenz
17. "Mocosita" by G.H. Matos Rodrigriguez
18. "Swedish Farewell Valse" by Serge Gais

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Encores are the answer when music lovers want more. Now the Pittsburgh Piano Trio has followed up its superb album of music by Frank Bridge with a second disc this year devoted to those short musical delights. The group brings fresh imagination and zest to its programming and performances of tangos, waltzes, ragtime and other popular miniatures... If most of the arrangements, which reach their wildest in music by American rag-time master Scott Joplin, exemplify the freedom and lively rhythms of contemporary classical crossover sensibility, the final encore is old-time grab 'em-by-the-heart music making. By Mark Kanny TRIBUNE-REVIEW CLASSICAL MUSIC CRITIC August 2004

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