Tango 12 [Import]

1. Flores Negras

2. De Aqui y Ahora

3. Don Carlos de Buenos Aires

4. Griseta

5. Luz y Sombra

6. Don Agustin Bardi

7. Seleccion Gardeliana

8. Mi Refugio

9. Nieblas del Riachuelo

10. Tu Pálida Voz

11. Bandoneón Arrabalero

12. Ensueño

Tango 12,Nicolas Brizuela,Acqua Argentina,Argentina / Tango,Int'l & World Music,Pop

Average customer rating: Two-and-a-half hours of bliss not what i expected excellent guitar performances Essential Guitar... Lives up to its Name!

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Customer Reviews:

Two-and-a-half hours of bliss.......2007-04-04

This may be the best money I've ever spent. I got 2-1/2 hours of bliss for less than what I'd usually pay for one CD -- and you know how it is with music. You buy an album because of a song or two that you love, and you find that you like maybe half the songs on it. There's not a single selection in this one that I would've left out. It includes Joaquin Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez, performed by Pepe Romero on the guitar with the Acadamy of St. Martin in the Fields. I needed to replace my old LP recording of that. But I also get 30 other classical compositions and traditional Spanish pieces, each special in its own way.

Have you ever heard music that you wanted to last forever, maybe even to dive inside and live there for a while, immersing yourself in sound? That's how I feel about this collection. The only problem I have with it is that I bought it thinking it might be nice to listen to while I write. Not so. It's terrible for that. I'll sit with my hands poised above the laptop keyboard, assuring myself I'll get some work done while I listen. The music takes hold and carries me away.

I'm not expert at describing this or any type of music. I just know what I love. You might too, if you enjoy classical or Spanish guitar -- unless you have absurd expectations about combining listening with work.

not what i expected.......2007-03-26

This CD for me was a waste of money. Its just not what i thought it would be. Others may enjoy it but for me..it wasnt what i was hoping to hear.

excellent guitar performances.......2006-07-27

Outstanding guitar performances. I gave it only 4 stars because I do not personally like some of the compositions.

Essential Guitar..........2005-07-26

Up until this collection, I'd never heard the "Cavatina" played in the Deer Hunter movie. After hearing it, I could play it all day and not tire of it! It moves me that much, considering that it's almost "not" a classical guitar selection. The rest of the music is first rate! Excellent playing, but the "Cavatina..."
Buy it and enjoy!!!!

Lives up to its Name!.......2005-06-10

If you only bought this double CD set, you'd have a good starter collection of classical guitar music. It includes most of the standards, as well as rarer pieces. In addition to the many solo pieces, there are several excerpts from orchestral works, with Rodrigo's indispensible Adagio from "Concierto de Aranjuez" topping the list. There are also several flamenco numbers included, complete with heel taps and castanets.

The recording quality is uniformly good, even on the tracks by Segovia. I don't know if they were remastered or recorded late in his career, but they're free of the surface noise present in so many of his recordings. The set clocks in at a generous 2 1/2 hours - one of the greatest deals in instrumental music; this is not a "bargain" quality set. Listen to the samples online - great stuff.

My only mild criticism is in the marketing. The advertising features John Williams and Julian Bream. Each contributes exactly one track. I would have enjoyed more pieces by them for stylistic comparison. But the less well-known (at least to guitar music neophytes like me) artists are every bit as good, and I intend to obtain more of their work.

Average customer rating: Excellent Introduction to Spanish Classical Guitar Music The guitar is an orchestra in miniature! GUITAR MAJESTY Sweet, sweet music, an essential addition to your collection A True Classic

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Tracks:

1. Albeniz: Asturias
2. Albeniz: Tango
3. Sanz: Canarios
4. Rodrigo: Fandango
5. Torroba: Nocturno
6. Segreras - El Colibri
7. Albeniz: Sonata in D
8. De Falla: The Corregidor's Dance
9. De Falla: Fisherman's Song
10. De Falla: The Miller's Dance
11. Torroba: Madronos
12. La Nit de Nadal
13. El Noy de la Mare
14. Granados: Ma Maja de Goya
15. Abeniz: Cordoba
16. Tarrega: Recuerdos de la Alhambra
17. Granados: Spanish Dance No. 5
18. El Testamen de Amelia
19. Villa-Lobos: Prelude No. 4 in E Minor
20. Albeniz: Sevilla
21. De Falla: Homanaje
22. Mudarra: Fantasia
23. Turina: Fandanguillo

Customer Reviews:

Excellent Introduction to Spanish Classical Guitar Music.......2005-09-18

As a sampler, this CD is an excellent introduction both to Spanish classical guitar music and to guitarist John Williams.
The music ranges from Renaissance composers (Sanz, Mudarra) and harmonized folk melodies to standard 20th Century works (Rodrigo, Torroba etc).

John Williams is excellent throughout. The CD is also cheap, and can be used either just for enjoyment, or further to explore other recordings by Williams, the classical guitar repertoire, or other classical guitarists.

As a marketing ploy, it is very effective.

For the collector or classical guitar enthusiast, the chief disadvantages of the CD are duplication of other recordings, and that the way at least some of the works on this CD are listed isn't helpful in telling the listener the set(s) to which these pieces belong and how to find them (e.g. "from ______, Op # "). The font listing the titles and track numbers is small and somewhat hard to read.

However, this CD should attract many listeners and enthusiasts both to the classical guitar, the repertoire, and guitarist John Williams - and I'm all for that.

Over 70 minutes playing time.

Recommended.

The guitar is an orchestra in miniature!.......2005-02-05

This admirable concept belongs to Hector Berlioz and it must not be a surprise the best guitarrists in the story have in common this trademark.

John Williams has always known the delicate equilibrium between the expresiveness and the glamouer. His impresive technique however is not exposed as his prima edonna. He goes directly to the soul of the composer, melts in his spirit and let the music sharp the qith eloquent conviction the composer's demanded atmosphere.

From Granados to Albeniz, from Rodrigo to Agustin Barrios - El indio Mangore -, from Moreno Torroba to Ponce , you will find the warmth, the passion and the Midas touch of this golden guitarrist.

GUITAR MAJESTY.......2004-12-21

John Williams is a true Guitar virtuoso. His repetoire is very extensive and I use his music in my office while I work at my daily office duties. This album is a must for all guitar enthusiasts old or young.

Sweet, sweet music, an essential addition to your collection.......2004-12-07

I originally bought this album three years ago, looking for a good introduction to Spanish guitar music. And this one fits that need perfectly. I still listen to and enjoy it today. I play this for guests at happy hour or dinner for a relaxed atmosphere. At Amazon's current price, this is a great value.

A True Classic.......2004-01-26

This album/cd is extraordinary. All the songs are gorgeous and exciting to listen to. John Williams' interpretation and technique are perfect. After 22 years of listening to it, I still enjoy and appreciate it more every time. I love giving it as a gift.

Average customer rating: pure genius Another great Yo-Yo Disc first disc great- second a flop Encore The Versatile Yo-Yo Ma

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Tracks:

1. Prde from Suite No. 1 in G Major for Cello, BWV 1007
2. II. Largo from "Winter", Op. 8, No. 4, RV 297 from the Four Seasons
3. Jesus, bleibet meine Freude (Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring), BWV 147
4. Schafe kn sicher weiden (Sheep May Safely Graze), BWV 208
5. Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme (Sleepers Awake), BWV 645
6. The Swan from Carnival of the Animals (Chamber Version)
7. Havanaise, Op. 83
8. Mtation from Tha
9. Liebesfreud Instrumental
10. Allegro ben ritmato e deciso from Three Preludes
11. Vocalise Vocal
12. IV. Allegro from Sonata in D minor for Cello and Piano, Op. 40
13. Andante Cantabile for Cello Solo and String Orchestra, Op. posth.
14. IV. Rondo alla Zingarese. Presto from Quartet No. 1 in G minor for Piano and Strings, Op. 25
15. III. Finale. Allegro moderato from Concerto in B minor for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 104

Tracks:

1. Cristal
2. A lenda do caboclo
3. Chega de Saudade Live
4. Wapango Live
5. Libertango
6. Appalachia Waltz Solo Cello Version
7. Butterfly's Day Out
8. 1B
9. Pickin' from Three Pieces for Solo Cello
10. Simple Gifts
11. The Mission
12. Gabriel's Oboe
13. The Falls Album Version
14. The Eternal Vow from Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
15. The Cellist of Sarajevo - A Lament in Rondo Form for Solo 'Cello, Op. 12
16. Chi passa per'sta strada
17. Mido Mountain (Chinese Traditional)
18. Mohini (Enchantment)
19. Baroque in Rhythm from Suite for Cello and Jazz Piano Trio
20. Anything Goes Instrumental
21. I Could Have Danced All Night Extended version

Amazon.com

Here are three dozen pieces of music, all played by Yo-Yo Ma, culled from his extensive discography. Aside from the technical mastery and beautiful tone that are absolutes in all of his playing, one is dazzled by his curiosity and ability to adapt to so many forms and types of music. His Bach and Vivaldi are pellucid and played with non-sentimental crispness, his tango music gritty and rhythmically pungent, his jazz seemingly spontaneous, the "Meditation" from Thais simply ravishing, "Anything Goes" a romp, and the Appalachian music performed with both respect and a great twang, while the traditional Chinese music is fascinating. It's really a matter of how much Ma loves whatever he plays here, how entirely he becomes involved in it, and what a fine partner he invariably is to other musicians. This collection is a doozy--it is truly "essential." --Robert Levine

Customer Reviews:

pure genius.......2007-05-21

No instrument asks more from the soul of an artist as the cello does.
Yo Yo Ma shows to be master of the instrument and his interpretations en technique are pure genius. Everyone should have this album in his (or hers of course) basic classical collection

Another great Yo-Yo Disc.......2007-05-15

The set-up with the classical pieces on the first disc and the other on the second is excellent.

first disc great- second a flop.......2007-04-12

the first disc is awesome. the second disc is weird and boring.

Encore.......2007-03-31

Incredible. My young cellist (son) loves it. Beautiful music. The album is well organized and each song transitions nicely.

The Versatile Yo-Yo Ma.......2007-03-29

I've found this collection to be extremely delightful! It gives you a sense of the versatility of Yo-Yo Ma like no other, with one disc being dedicated more to his classical side, while the other explores jazz and world music venues. Not your typical "greatest hits" collection.

Average customer rating: Bravo! Beautiful Music Elegantly Played wow The Best Koyunbaba! Remarkable work by Lily Afshar

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Tracks:

1. Moderato
2. Mosso
3. Cantabile
4. Presto
5. Gol-e Gandome
6. Dareneh - Jaan - Aziz Joon
7. Leila - Leila
8. Jaan - E - Maryam
9. Lala-ee
10. Waltz, Op. 8, No. 4
11. Tango, Op. 165, No. 2
12. Sevilla
13. Estrellita
14. Andaluza
15. Petenera
16. Asturias - Leyenda
17. Aire De Joropo
18. Recuerdos De La Alhambra
19. Jugueteando

Customer Reviews:

Bravo!.......2007-02-14

I decided to purchase this CD because I was so impressed by "Hemispheres", Lily's latest recording! This is incredible guitar playing! This is the most astonishingly artistic performance of "Koyunbaba" I have ever heard! Lily is a great artist!

Beautiful Music Elegantly Played.......2004-09-17

My wife's cousin attended a concert by Ms. Afshar and bought this album for me. She knew I loved guitar music and liked to hear new performers and new melodies.

I have played this album over again and again. It offers serious music that functions equally well as background and music closely attended to. To the largely Spanish, Latin American and Italian repertoire (Albeniz, Domeniconi, Ponce, Granados, etc.), Afshar adds her own arrangement of five lovely Persian ballads. It would be wrong to say that they are the high spot of the program because the quality of music in this disc is uniformly high throughout.

Late one night, seeking to calm down after a stressful day, I played this record by Afshar. I followed it with John O'Dette on lute playing Dowland's, and then Zanon playing Villa Lobos's guitar pieces. Who was best? All were first rate.

wow.......2004-04-06

This is the ultimate makeout album. If you want to score with a cultured girl, this is the disc to buy.

The Best Koyunbaba!.......2001-06-29

Wow!, Ms. Afshar's interpretation of Domeniconi's Koyunbaba is simply wonderful! There is more expression, more emotion, more "Easternness" to her version than to that of Antigoni Goni, or of John Williams (on "The Guitarist"). You haven't really heard Koyunbaba until you've heard this one.

Ms. Afshar's five Persian ballads are evocative, and only available on this CD. As a plus for guitarists, Mel Bay has issued the score of all five.

This CD is music to be enjoyed!

Remarkable work by Lily Afshar.......2001-03-21

This CD is one of my most priced CD's in my collection of classical guitar songs. Truly remarkable work by Dr. Afshar.

Average customer rating: The classical heritage

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Customer Reviews:

The classical heritage .......2006-04-16

The visible embellishment of this noble instrument was enriched still more by the Spanish composers, who following the traces of his contemporaries. In the case of Fernando Sor, Haydn was his musical guide, where as Aguado, could establish himself with major vehemence, due its particular style, based in the notable right-hand articulation, eschewed the classical patterns, being able to print his own music a flamboyant and refined character.

In the particular case of Fernando Sor, we have a wisdom blending of the counterpoint technique, an evocative mood from his own that, added the well known influence of the Italian composers (Domenico Cimarrosa and Giovanni Batista Pergolesi) and his beloved love for the Operatic genre, allowed him to enrich still more the lyrical possibilities of the guitar. Besides, unlike Nicolo Paganini, for instance fortunately did not transform the guitar in a simple device to show his overwhelming gifts. He used the guitar to play music, on the opposite approach of Paganini who used the music as mere device to play his instrument.


In the guitar genre there has not been most deserved and superb tribute to Mozart that this Variations Op. 9 based on a motive of The most famous Mozart ?s Magic Flute. Loaded of such imaginative freshness and enraptured inspiration you may notice that one of the Variations conserves an undeniable Italian flavor; this is one of the most beloved hidden treasures the guitar can offers us, which raise with special charm in the hands of this formidable soloist.

Aguado on the contrary acquired due his personal state of things, a notable adroitness who excelled by far, to Sor, so his musical approaches rode in opposite directions, trying to exploit at maximum levels the technical possibilities of the instrument.


Julian Bream makes a colossal tribute to both composers in this egregious and golden album.

Average customer rating: Not the best recording Stunning Goldberg Aria Great CD Piano Perfection! A Classic in Every Sense!

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Tracks:

1. 'Aria' - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
2. 'Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring' - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
3. Prelude No.1 In C Major, BWV 846 - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
4. Minuet In G Major From Anna Magdalena Notebook - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
5. Prelude No.22 In B-Flat Minor, BWV 891 - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
6. 'Siciliano' - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
7. III. 'Rondo Alla Turca' - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
8. I. Allegro - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
9. Fantasy In D Minor - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
10. II. Adagio Cantabile - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
11. I. Adagio Sostenuto - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
12. Fur Elise - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
13. II. Minuet - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
14. Impromptu Op.90 No.3 In G-Flat Major - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
15. Moment Musicaux No.3 In F Minor - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
16. Fruhlingslied (Spring Song) - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
17. Venetian Gondola - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics

Tracks:

1. Waltz Op.64 No.1 In D-Flat Major Minute Waltz - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
2. Prelude Op.28 No.15 Raindrop Prelude In D-Flat Major - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
3. Nocturne Op.9 No.1 In B-Flat Minor - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
4. Etude Op.10 No.12 Revolutionary - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
5. Nocturne Op.27 No.2 In D-Flat Major - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
6. GRand Valse Brilliante Op.18 In E-Flat Major - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
7. Nocturne Op.9 No.2 In E-Flat Major - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
8. Etude Op.10 No.3 In E Major - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
9. Prelude Op.28 No.20 In C Minor - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
10. Prelude Op.28 No.4 In E Minor - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
11. Waltz Op.69 No.1 In A-Flat Major Farewell Waltz - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
12. Kindererszenen (Scenes From Childhood) Op.15 No.7: Traumerei (Dreaming) - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
13. Fantasiestucke (Fantasy Pieces) Op.12 No.1: Des Abends (In The Evening) - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
14. Widmung (Dedication) - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
15. Consolation No.3 In D-Flat Major - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics
16. Aria - 50 Most Loved Piano Classics

Tracks:

1. Hungarian Dance No.5 In F-Sharp Minor - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
2. Intermezzo Op.118 No.2 In A Major - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
3. Waltz Op.39 No.15 In A-Flat Major - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
4. June - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
5. Berceuse - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
6. Tango - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
7. Granada - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
8. To A Wild Rose - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
9. Clair DE Lune - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
10. The Girl With The Flaxen Hair - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
11. Golliwogg's Cake Walk - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
12. Arabesque No.I - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
13. Gymnopedie No.I - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
14. The Maiden And The Nightengale - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
15. Prelude Op.3 No.2 In C-Sharp Minor - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
16. Prelude Op.23 No.5 Ini G Minor - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs
17. I. Pavane - 50 Most Loved Piano Songs

Customer Reviews:

Not the best recording.......2007-07-15

The songs were played flawlessly, however, it's really quiet. When you turn up the volume, you will hear hissing in the background.

Stunning Goldberg Aria.......2006-02-21

Who is the performer of that amazing recording of the Goldberg Aria??!?! It must be Gould.

Great CD.......2006-01-29

Nice set of songs. I enjoyed it a lot, I see no reason why anyone wouldn't like this CD set.

Piano Perfection!.......2005-10-16

Saw it on TV and thought the music was beautiful, but forgot to write the information down... but managed to buy it online (now I see it frequently at the music stores)and I absolutely love this album -- all my favorite pieces! (I'm not big on writing comments or reviews, but was compelled by the artistry and passion I heard throughout this CD!)

A Classic in Every Sense!.......2005-10-12

I overheard some people at the record store talking about this album - one guy was actually a piano teacher and couldn't stop raving about it. I bought the album on his recommendation and couldn't be happier - it's stunningly beautiful. Beethoven's "Moonlight" sonata is haunting and Chopin's "Minute Waltz" is spectacular in its precision and speed! This will make a great stocking stuffer at Christmas for my friends (... I'm getting them now cause I've gone to a couple places and they're out of stock). If you're into piano, this is truly a classic!

Average customer rating: Warm Sound Great Guitar Evocative Albeniz Stock Photography from the Balearics A Classic

Albéniz: Echoes of Spain Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Barcarolles | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Classical Instrumental Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Spanish Guitar Music Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar Essential Guitar: 33 Guitar Masterpieces Ultimate Guitar Collection El Diablo Suelto - Guitar Music of Venezuela ASIN: B0000025J5 Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. Suite Espa, Op. 47: No.1 Granada (Serenata) - Op.47
2. Suite Espa, Op. 47: No.5 Asturias (Leyenda) - Op.232 No.1
3. Suite Espa, Op. 47: No.3 Sevilla (Sevillanas) - Op.181
4. Suite Espa, Op. 47: Mallorca (Barcarola) - Op. 202
5. Cantos de Espa Op.232: No.4 Cba
6. 12 pis caractericas, Op.92: No.12 Torre bermeja (Serenata)
7. Suite espa - Op.47: No.4 Cz (Canci
8. 12 pis caractericas - Op.92: No.17 Zambra granadina
9. Espa 6 hojas de album - Op.165: No.2 Tango

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Albeniz never wrote anything for the guitar, but his piano music frequently evokes the sound of the guitar and it transcribes very well. John Williams, a greatest guitarist, has a very good command of the Spanish musical idiom. His playing is technically superb, but even more importantly he has the flexibility and understanding of the music's rhythms to make it come alive. The early digital recording still sounds realistic, but this old LP-length program should have been transferred long ago into a lower-priced series. You might want to wait, but if you can't the playing is certainly satisfying. --Leslie Gerber

Customer Reviews:

Warm Sound.......2007-04-27

This is a CD that one will pop into the player over and over (and over). The Albeniz works included on this disc, while not written for guitar, are transposed beautifully here for the instrument and are played by a guitarist who can deliver the music with great sensitivity and warmth. Part of that warmth, which, simply, can not be conveyed fully by mere words in a written review, may also be because this recording appears to be analog and not digital. For those who desire an alternative, better yet a supplement, to Williams' guitar renditions of Albeniz' music, Alicia de LaRoccha can't be beat in her 2 CD solo piano recording of Albeniz' works. Also, Williams' recording of Bach's Lute Suites can be considered "Volume 2" or an extension of this Williams' Albeniz guitar gem on account of similar warmth (in playing and apparent analog recording) and sensitivity. Enjoy!

Great Guitar.......2005-07-06

The guitar of John Williams, the music of Albeniz, the feel of Spain what more could you ask. This is a quality piece that is nice to the ears and senses. Well worth adding to your collection.

Evocative Albeniz .......2005-04-11

This CD contains nine pieces: Granada, Asturias, Sevilla, Mallorca, Cordoba, Torre Bermeja, Cadiz, Zambra Granadina and Tango - all played so evocatively, beautifully by guitarist John Williams that I couldn't resist playing this CD over and over despite knowing much of this music from hearing other classical guitarists. If I have any complaint, it is that the CD is too short.

Realistic sound quality. Highly recommended. For the Suite Espanola, Op. 47, do try Julian Bream's CD of Spanish Guitar Music on RCA/BMG. On my shopping list is Manuel Barrueco's Albeniz and Turina CD on EMI, and Jason Vieaux's Sevilla album (all Albeniz transcriptions).

Stock Photography from the Balearics.......2004-03-25

If you like this Spanish music, take a look to one of the following links: http://www.balearicpictures.net http://www.mallorcapictures.com http://www.menorcapictures.com http://www.ibizapictures.net http://balearicpictures.net http://mallorcapictures.com http://menorcapictures.com http://ibizapictures.net

A Classic.......2001-10-09

This is the album that got me hooked on Spanish guitar - first listening, then playing. From the heart-pounding Asturias to the bright Granada and sunny Cadiz, I love this album - and go back to it frequently.

A "must have" for any fan of classical guitar.

Average customer rating: Superb performances, superb sound quality

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Tracks:

1. Sonata In D Major
2. Recuerdos de viaje, Op. 71: Rumores de la caleta: malaguena, No. 6
3. Pavana capricho, Op. 12
4. Recuerdos de viaje, Op. 71: Puerta de tierra: bolero, No. 5
5. Espana, Op. 165: Malaguena, No. 3
6. Espana, Op. 165: Tango, No. 2
7. Suite espanola, Op. 47: Sevilla: sevillanas, No. 3
8. Sonata In G Minor
9. Sonata In D Major
10. Danzas espanolas: Valenciana o Calesera, No. 7
11. Danzas espanolas: Andaluza, No. 5
12. Danzas gitanas, 1st Ser., Op. 55: Sacromonte, No. 5
13. Tres danzas andaluzas, Op. 8: Zapateado, No. 3
14. Concierto breve: I. Energico
15. Concierto breve: II. Dolce
16. Concierto breve: III. Vivo

Customer Reviews:

Superb performances, superb sound quality.......2002-03-28

This is a wonderful CD! De Larrocha delivers some great performances of many well-known Spanish favourites, some of which you may recognise more by the sound than the title.

The solo piano pieces include Albeniz' Sevilla:sevillanas, which I am sure you will recognise, his Tango and a popular Malagueña.

Granados' Spanish Dance No 5 [sometimes known by other titles] is sensitively performed.

Albeniz' grandfather, Mateo's D major Sonata is the opening track. This music will be recognised by Australian music lovers as the theme music for Margaret Throsby's wonderful music and interview program.

The Montsalvatge Brief Concerto is a most exciting feature of the recording.

Highly recommended. Stunning sound quality.

Average customer rating:

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

Average customer rating: Best five bucks you'll ever spend on a classical guitar CD Pleasing but not perfect Not what I was looking for Remastered...and Rediscovered Hauntingly beautiful

Malagueña: Spanish Guitar Music Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Falla | Falla, Manuel de | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Granados, Enrique | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Tarrega | Tarrega, Francisco | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | 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 General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music Deutsche Grammophon: Music | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Spanish Guitar Music Tárrega: Recuerdos De La Alhambra; Lágrima; Danza mora; Etc. [Germany] Romance D'Amour Sor, Aguado, Tárrega: 19th Century Guitar Favourites Villa-Lobos: Complete Music for Solo Guitar ASIN: B00004Z33R Release Date: 2001-03-27

Tracks:

1. Malaguena (Transcr: N. Yepes)
2. Recuerdos de la Alhambra
3. Marieta: Mazurka
4. Capricho arabe - Serenata
5. Tango
6. En los trigales
7. Concion y danza No. 1
8. Inroduction And Variations On A Theme By Mozart, Op. 9
9. Suite Espanola (Arr: N. Yepes): Espanoletas
10. Suite Espanola (Arr: N. Yepes): Gallarda y Villano
11. Suite Espanola (Arr: N. Yepes): Danza de las hachas
12. Suite Espanola (Arr: N. Yepes): Rujero y Paradetas
13. Suite Espanola (Arr: N. Yepes): Zarabanda al ayre espanol
14. Suite Espanola (Arr: N. Yepes): Passacalle
15. Suite Espanola (Arr: N. Yepes): Folias
16. Suite Espanola (Arr: N. Yepes): La Minona de Cataluna
17. Suite Espanola (Arr: N. Yepes): Canarios
18. Fantasia que contrahaze la harpa en la manera de Ludovico
19. Sonata In E Major
20. Suite espanola: 5. Asturias. Leyenda
21. Danza espanola No. 4: Villanesca (Transcr.: N. Yepes)
22. El sombrero de tres picos: Danza del molinero. Farruca
23. Romance (From The Film 'Forbidden Games')

Customer Reviews:

Best five bucks you'll ever spend on a classical guitar CD.......2007-04-06

I can't help but think that because it's five dollars some people have to get snobby about this collection. In my humble opinion the recordings of "Malaguena," "Capricho Arabe," "En Los Trigales," and "Introduction, Theme, & Variations on a Theme From Mozart" are the standard by which all others should be judged. And nobody else can touch his interpretation of Granados' "Villanesca." Except perhaps for Manuel Barrueco, but the way Narciso uses harmonics for the pedal tone is something that feels so natural, you can't listen to a fretted version ever again w/o wishing it was done in harmonics! The rest of the album is typical Narciso. Amazing dynamics and phrasing with flawless technical execution. I don't really believe that anyone else in the history of classical guitar has been able to carry a counterpoint with such defined independence. A true 20th century master. His tone may be a bit on the treble side for "Recuerdos de la Alhambra" but why even play that after Pepe put his mark on it? ;)
This collection is nearly identical to a cassette tape I used to own 20 some odd years ago except that "Rumores de la Caleta" and perhaps one or two others are not included with this compilation.

Pleasing but not perfect.......2007-02-14

This CD is packed with the classics and must hear of classical music. There are some pieces I wouldnt have included and others that I would have, but overall it's in my #3 rotation.

Not what I was looking for .......2007-01-09

I was looking for the "old" guitar version on Malaguena that I have heard several times before. I didn't recognize this version.

Remastered...and Rediscovered.......2006-12-24

There are two CD's available with this exact same program; this one has an "ambient surround imaging" applied to it, which is a pleasant effect on a surround sound system. Yepes' guitar sounds a bit recessed, but the tape hiss that was present on his budget-label LP recordings that I have is virtually gone. The dynamics have also been improved. At this price, it's a great buy, and a nice introduction to the Spanish guitar from a true master.

Hauntingly beautiful.......2001-08-20

Something to listen to when you are on a long flight and missing the new lover you left behind. Just simply beautiful music.......

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