Para Ti

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Singer/songwriter Juan Luis Guerra applies his tropical big band magic on Christian-themed tunes on this CD but the result is the same--infectious rhythms that induce dance fever. Guerra's strength has always been his seamless blend of the spicy salsa and carnivalesque merengue rhythms and layering the music with elaborate vocal and horn arrangements to produce irresistible melodies. Guerra penned all 12 songs here; thay all deal thematically with God and devotion. Highlights include "Eres," which blends blues sentiment and gospel fever. Crisp piano and powerful horns drive the title track and "Las Avispas," a tune about walking with renewed confidence. Acoustic guitars introduce "Tan Solo he Venido," a mellow song about willing to give it all up for the Lord. As a singer, Guerra in top shape, his vocals conveying the variety of emotions from pain and longing to hope and celebration. As a bandleader Guerra hasn't lost his edge. He is a musical genius who knows how to fuse complex arrangements with tuneful hooks. --Ramiro Burr

Para Ti,Juan Luis Guerra,Universal Latino,Bachata,Latin,Latin Continuum,Merengue,Salsa,Salsa/Merenge,Tropical

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Average customer rating: If you like Ottmar A wonderful blend of musical styles and talent! Solo Para Ti Meditative and Seductive South of the border magic!!

Solo Para Ti Ottmar Liebert , and Luna Negra Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Flamenco | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Hours Between Night & Day Borrasca Innamorare - Summer Flamenco Opium Barcelona Nights: The Best of Ottmar Liebert, Vol. 1 ASIN: B0000027RD Release Date: 1992-03-24

Tracks:

1. When I'm With U/Everything I Ever Needed
2. Reaching Out 2 U (Todos Bajo La Misma Luna)
3. Merengue De Alegrias (Candy 4 My Soul)
4. Deep In Your Heart
5. Danza Viva (My Heart Grows Wings)
6. Promise (Beyond The Mountains)
7. Samba Pa Ti (Thru Every Step In Life U Find Freedom From Within)
8. Lilac Sun
9. Black Hair In The Wind
10. Duende Del Amor (Day)
11. Duende Del Amor (Night)
12. Dawn In A New World
13. Whispering Hills
14. Arrow W/O Destination

Customer Reviews:

If you like Ottmar.......2007-01-05

You must own Solo Para Ti. It is his best. This is one of my all time most played CDs - great mood music, great feel-good music, excellent.

A wonderful blend of musical styles and talent!.......2000-12-22

I have long heard of Ottmar Liebert, but to be honest, have never actually heard his music. Then, by chance, I bought this CD. I'm hooked! It's a wonderful collection of music, blending traditional and modern Spanish guitar with light jazz and sensuous flamenco. The music is sometimes mellow, sometimes lively, but always a pleasure to hear. As an added bonus, Liebert is joined on this album by another great guitarist, Carlos Santana -- Samba Pa Ti was written by Carlos and he plays prominently on that. Together, these two great musicians, along with the band, put out some fantastic music. All but one of the songs are instrumental (except for vocal harmonies on Lilac Sun). The one vocal song (with lyrics) is Deep In Your Heart. I'm afraid to say that this was the only disappointing song on the album. It doesn't seem to fit with the rest of the album, and I don't care for the singing. Otherwise, the album is a gem of great music. I'm planning to buy other Ottmar Liebert albums, now that I know how good he is.

Solo Para Ti.......2000-11-20

I first heard this at a friend's house & just loved it! I now have my own recording. I listen to it to be uplifted & dance.

Meditative and Seductive.......2000-11-17

Ottmar Liebert plays a very good guitar and he wants to share his expertise with a global audience. His music is truly beautiful and very relaxing. When listening to this CD you can partake in just about any activity. If you like to read or have creative endevors this is perfect music that stimulates but does not demand your complete attention. The songs for the most part are very mellow. Lush and lyrical the arraignments are a sophisticated blend of pop flamenco that works. There is an intersting version of the "Marvin Gaye's" classic "Mercy, Mercy, Me". The difference here is that it is sung in Spanish in a flamenco style that would make the deceased Motown artist proud. Lots of good tunes here, with a variety of tempos to keep your interest. One of Lieberts better efforts that he has released over the years, this CD has withstood the test of time. Released in 1992, the fine instrumentation keeps it alive. A highlight from this CD is the duet with Carlos Santana which I never get tired of. The song is 'Samba Pa Ti", originally penned and made famous by Santana. The different arraignment makes it hardly recognizeable as Liebert has taken creative freedom to make something new. The music is enchanting and bordering on mystical inspiration. An excellent addition to any complete collection of nuevo flamenco.

South of the border magic!!.......1998-09-29

A very relaxing album in general. Something to put on while entertaining guests. While the general mood of this music is mellow there is some exciting instrumentation, especially with the dueling guitars of Ottmar Liebert and Carlos Santana on track 5.

Average customer rating: Happy with purchase amen! Merengue Music for Christians! Dismaying, to say the least La musica y sus mensajes..

Para Ti Juan Luis Guerra Manufacturer: Venemusic ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music Merengue | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa & Merengue | Compilations | Latin Music | Styles | Music Bachata | Latin Music | Styles | Music Similar Items: La Llave De Mi Corazon Bachata Rosa Grandes Exitos de Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 Grandes Exitosde Coleccion Romantica ASIN: B0002VERRY Release Date: 2004-08-31

Tracks:

1. Soldado
2. Eres
3. Dinteles
4. Gloria
5. Mi Padre Me Ama
6. Avispas
7. Tan SHe Venido
8. Para Ti
9. Extiende Tu Mano
10. Aleluya
11. Cancie Sanidad [*]

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Singer/songwriter Juan Luis Guerra applies his tropical big band magic on Christian-themed tunes on this CD but the result is the same--infectious rhythms that induce dance fever. Guerra's strength has always been his seamless blend of the spicy salsa and carnivalesque merengue rhythms and layering the music with elaborate vocal and horn arrangements to produce irresistible melodies. Guerra penned all 12 songs here; thay all deal thematically with God and devotion. Highlights include "Eres," which blends blues sentiment and gospel fever. Crisp piano and powerful horns drive the title track and "Las Avispas," a tune about walking with renewed confidence. Acoustic guitars introduce "Tan Solo he Venido," a mellow song about willing to give it all up for the Lord. As a singer, Guerra in top shape, his vocals conveying the variety of emotions from pain and longing to hope and celebration. As a bandleader Guerra hasn't lost his edge. He is a musical genius who knows how to fuse complex arrangements with tuneful hooks. --Ramiro Burr

Customer Reviews:

Happy with purchase.......2007-01-21

One of the best spanish christian album thats come out in a long time.

amen!.......2007-01-11

this album has so many GOD-blessed music on it. i do not speak spanish (i never even took it in high school!), but i can tell that these are songs that honor the Trinity, and along with that gives a fabulous salsa beat. two thumbs up!

Merengue Music for Christians!.......2006-11-04

Juan Luis Guerra crea nuevamente canciones apasionantes, esta vez demostrando su "vida nueva". El ritmo sin embargo es el mismo "sabroso pa' bailar" de siempre.

Dismaying, to say the least.......2006-09-01

I learned of Juan Luis Guerra just a few years ago, and was totally enchanted by his originality and style.

My own personal viewpoint is how dreary it is that a man of such immense talent and originality has to sink himself into this genre. Spirituality and God were apparent in all of his old work, in every word and every phrase, and in a way that was meaningful to people of any faith or of no organized faith.

Now for reasons unknown to me, he has latched into fundamentalist religion and has put out a CD of religious dogma and superstition. It is not surprising that it would be difficult to write quality music in such a genre, as the generally dreary nature of such music illustrates.

Para Ti, is of course, much better than most Christian music. With this kind of talent, it would almost have to be. Trying to listen to just the music, and not the message, (and frankly, I have never cared much for "message" music of any type) Para Ti has its moments and there are a couple songs I like in spite of myself. I am just glad my Spanish is not fluent.

But anyone who has followed Juan Luis's career and thinks this album is in the same class musically is merely in rapture to the religious overtones, and does not even begin to understand the musical merits of his previous work.

I am sure Juan Luis could care less about my reaction and others who agree with me. That is certainly his perogative, he is what he is and its his music, not mine. Nevertheless, as a person who admired him tremendously, I am sorry to say my estimation has sunk considerably. I will not, however, let this affect my enjoyment of the old Juan Luis - "Bubbles of Love" anyone? Now THAT is God.

La musica y sus mensajes.........2006-08-06

He sido un fanatico de JLG por 20 años. He disfrutado y disfruto cada uno de sus discos hasta ahora. Pero sinceramente creo, que las creencias religiosas son un asunto personal. Creo que JLG debio seguir su linea de hermosas letras y maravillosa musica con lo cual rendia tributo a su Dios de la misma manera y a la vez mantenia a su publico, y me refiero a todo su publico, cautivo. Al fin y al cabo, un artista grande como el , debe ser admirado tanto si fuera un creyente en el Dios cristiano o en el Unicornio rosado o simplemente ateo. JLG no se pertenece, se debe a su publico y su publico es heterogeneo, no todos somos religiosos dogmaticos. Claro, nadie esta obligado a comprar este CD...pero cuando usted es un fanatico de un artista,a veces no puede evitar sentirse decepcionado..no por sus creencias ( cada cual puede creer en la hipotesis de su preferencia, llamese Jesus, Buda o Krishna) , sino porque trate de imponerlas a otros.

Respeto la musica religiosa pero particularmente no me gusta. Creo que "Ojala que llueva cafe" tiene mas valor humanista (y si se quiere, religioso) que todo el nuevo CD "Para ti". Creo que " Amor de conuco" hace que todo el nuevo CD luzca palido.....Creo que " Visa para un sueño" por su mensaje social y realista es infinitamente superior en cuanto a su posibilidad de ayudar a entender un problema esencialmente humano y quizas a que algunos hagan algo por ayudar a resolverlo... Pero francamente , no me imagino disfrutando el baile de un buen merengue ( musicalmente hablando)como el de "Las avispas" y al mismo tiempo oyendo una letra con la que no puedo identificarme ni entender su logica (un Dios bondadoso no debe enviar avispas a picarle a nadie...O si??) ni su propuesta tematica...

El mismo JLG debe captar el mensaje de su publico en su ultima gira..los temas que mas furor causan son sus temas de siempre...inclusive cuando abrio a los Rolling Stones en Puerto Rico en Febrero pasado y fue IMPRESIONANTE. Si, porque Juan Luis es un artista IMPRESIONANTE.

Te adoramos siempre Juan Luis!!!! Pero en esta ocasion, solo tres estrellas "Para Ti"...

Average customer rating: The most noble voice PURCHASE THIS JEWEL WHILE YOU CAN luminous artistry from a genius A special Dignity and an Unfailing Beauty of Voice.

Songs Of Spain / De Los Angeles, et al Manufacturer: EMI Classics 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 General | Morales, Cristóbal de | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Turina | Turina, Joaquin | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Spain | Continental Europe | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Modern & 20th Century | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Operettas | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Folk Songs | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Madrigals | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Partsongs | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Classical | Box Sets | Stores | Music Similar Items: Isabel Bayrakdarian ~ Azulão The Fabulous Victoria De Los Angeles The Maiden and the Nightingale: Songs of Spain The Very Best of Victoria de los Angeles On the Wings Of Song and Zarzuela Arias - Victoria de los Angeles ASIN: B00000I4KQ Release Date: 1999-02-23

Tracks:

1. El rossinyol
2. El testament d'Amelia
3. Adios meu homino
4. Mina nay por me casare
5. Tengo que subir
6. Ahi tienes mi corazon
7. La vi llorando
8. Ya se van los pastores
9. Campanas de Belen
10. Jaeneras que yo canto
11. A dormir ahora mesmo
12. Granadinas
13. Hincarse de rodillas
14. Cancion de trilla
15. Parado de Valldemosa
16. Nik baditut
17. Andregaya
18. Din, dan, boleran
19. Mariam matrem
20. Ay, triste vida corporal!
21. Que es mi vida, preguntais?
22. Porque es, dama, tanto quereros?
23. No me llames segalaherba
24. Ay, luna que reluces
25. En esta larga ausencia
26. Molinillo que mueles amores
27. Confiado jilguerillo
28. Seguidillas religiosas
29. Cancion de cuna
30. El jilguerillo con pico de oro
31. El canape

Tracks:

1. Ah, el novio no quiere dinero
2. Coma la rosa en la guerta
3. Estavase la mora
4. Aquel rey de Francia
5. Damos gracias a ti, Dios
6. Sobre Baca estaba el rey
7. Ay que non hay!
8. Rosa das rosas
9. Maravillosos e piadosos
10. Tres moricas m'enamoran
11. Paseabase el rey moro
12. Dime a do tienes las mientes
13. Si no's huviera mirado
14. Dexo la venda
15. Puse mis amores
16. Aqui me declaro su pensamiento
17. Pues que me tienes
18. Gentil dama, non se gana
19. Mi querer tanto vos quiere
20. Una hija tiene el rey
21. Una matica de ruda
22. Si la noche se hace oscura
23. Pastorcico, non te aduermas
24. Ay triste que vengo
25. No soy you quien la descrube
26. Pase el agua, Julieta
27. Aquel caballero, madre
28. Duelete de mi, Senora
29. De Antequera salio el Moro
30. De los alamos vengo, madre
31. Enfermo estaba Antioco
32. Dame acogida en tu hato
33. Morenica, dame un beso
34. Senora, si te olvidare
35. De donde venis, amore?

Tracks:

1. La rosa enflorece
2. Ven querida
3. Adio, querida
4. Durme, durme, hermozo hijico
5. Paxaro d'hermosura
6. Avrix, mi galanica
7. Irme quiero, la mi madre
8. Ya viene el cativo
9. Yo m'enamori d'un aire
10. Una matica de ruda
11. Anda, jaleo
12. Los cuatro muleros
13. Las tres hojas
14. Los mozos de Monleon
15. Las morillas de Jaen
16. Sevillanas del siglo 18
17. El cafe de Chinitas
18. Nana de Sevilla
19. Los pelegrinitos
20. Zorongo
21. Romance de Don Boiso
22. Los reyes de la baraja
23. La tarara
24. El combat del somni: Damunt de tu, nomes les flors
25. A l'ombra del Lledoner: Canco de grumet
26. Canciones negras: Cancion de cuna para dormir a un negrito
27. Cuatro madrigales amatorios: De los alamos vengo, madre
28. Coleccion de tonadillas: Callejeo
29. Coleccion de tonadillas: El tra la la y el punteado
30. Seis canciones castellanas: No quiero tus avellanas
31. Seis canciones castellanas: Jota
32. Panxolina
33. Tu pupila es azul
34. Cantos populares espanolas: Malaguena
35. Cantos populares espanolas: Granadina
36. Cantos populares espanolas: El Vito
37. Cantos populares espanolas: Pano murciano
38. Clavelitos
39. Adios, Granada
40. Madrigal

Tracks:

1. Coleccion de tonadillas: Amor y odio
2. Coleccion de tonadillas: Callejeo
3. Coleccion de tonadillas: El majo discreto
4. Coleccion de tonadillas: El majo olvidado
5. Coleccion de tonadillas: El majo timido
6. Coleccion de tonadillas: El mirar de la maja
7. Coleccion de tonadillas: El tra la la y el punteado
8. Coleccion de tonadillas: La maja de Goya
9. Coleccion de tonadillas: Las currutacas modestas
10. Tres majas dolorosas: Oh muerte cruel!
11. Tres majas dolorosas: Ay majo de mi vida
12. Tres majas dolorosas: De aquel majo amante
13. Goyescas: La maja y el ruisenor (Rosario)
14. 'La vida breve': Vivan los que rien! (Salud - Act 1)
15. 'La vida breve': Alli esta! Riyendo! (Salud - Act 2)
16. 'Acis y Galatea': Confiado jilguerillo
17. El tripili
18. Llorad, corazon
19. Iban al pinar
20. No lloreis, ojuelos
21. Mananica era
22. Mira que soy nina
23. Gracia mia
24. El pano moruno
25. Seguidilla murciana
26. Asturiana
27. Jota
28. Nana
29. Cancion
30. Polo
31. 'La Tempranica': Zapateado (La tarantula e un bicho mu malo)

Customer Reviews:

The most noble voice.......2004-05-28

Victoria de los Angeles' voice not only has a silken quality and fascinating glow to it but it is one of the most regal, noble sounds you'll ever hear. She illuminated those moments of quietness, gentleness and noble, feminine pride and elegance like no other soprano before and after her. This release of her "Spanish Songs" has never been surpassed. The songs of her homeland seem to have been written for her beautiful instrument alone, she fills every piece with special beauty and charm, religious flair and beautiful, noble simplicity. Buy this recording and see why Victoria is one of the best sopranos ever having come from Spain.

PURCHASE THIS JEWEL WHILE YOU CAN.......2002-01-08

FOR A LONG TIME "SONGS OF SPAIN" HAS BEEN MY FAVORITE ALBUM OF CLASSICAL, POPULAR, SECULAR AND RELIGIOUS (CHRISTIAN AND SEPHARDIC) SPANISH SONGS. DE LOS ANGELES DEFIES A RIVAL IN THIS GENRE. DE LARROCHA, SORIANO AND ZANETTI PROVIDE UNEQUALED ACCOMPANIEMENTS. THE RECORDINGS ARE SECOND ONLY TO LIFE PERFORMANCES. I UNDERSTAND THAT EMI INTENDS TO TAKE THIS SET OUT OF PUBLICATION. PURCHASE THIS JEWEL WHILE YOU CAN! I JUST PURCHASED MY THIRD SET FROM AMAZON AND I TREASURE IT AS MUCH AS MY FIRST!

luminous artistry from a genius.......2000-12-26

the vocal artist of vocal artistsdisplays her absolutely gorgeous voice and musical understanding of spanish feeling with a warmth that is unmatched anywhere.the only thing better was to hear her in person!

A special Dignity and an Unfailing Beauty of Voice........2000-09-17

This set offers four generously-filled CDs comprising almost 140 Spanish songs from Victoria de los Angeles' repertoire. To all of them she brings a special dignity and an unfailing beauty of voice. The earliest recordings date from 1950 and the last is the items she sang at the opening of the Barcelona Olympics in 1992. Yes, you will find the ubiquitous "Clavelitos!" here, and a later version of "La maya el ruisenor" from "Goyescas". The enclosed booklet provides illuminating notes by Lionel Salter, who also translated many of the texts which are also included. Accompanists include Gerald Moore and Alicia de Larrocha, and Victoria de Los Angeles provides a guitar accompaniment herself in one song. The last track of all, a zapateado from a zarzuela, recorded live in New York, must almost have brought the house down.

Average customer rating: Mellow Magic Anhelo A large voice sings small A Cura for Heartache Jose Cura's voice is truly magnificent!

Anhelo: Argentinian Songs Manufacturer: Elektra / Wea 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 Ramirez, Ariel | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Cura, José | ( C ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Modern & 20th Century | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Ramirez, Ariel | Q to T | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Similar Items: Jose Cura - Puccini Arias / Domingo Boleros Verismo Artist Portrait Jose Cura Verdi Arias ASIN: B00000DGWU Release Date: 1998-11-03

Tracks:

1. Preludio a los Sonetos de Amor y Muerte
2. La rosa y el sauce
3. Se equivoco la paloma
4. El unico camino
5. Elegia para un gorrion
6. Campanilla, adonde vas?
7. Riqueza
8. Soneto 4
9. Anhelo
10. Caminito
11. Nocturno
12. Milonga
13. Cancion del arbol del olvido
14. Alfonsina y el mar
15. Cancion del carretero
16. Cancion de Perico
17. Adios Nonino
18. Desde el fondo de ti
19. Postal de guerra
20. Sonetos de Amor y Muerte

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So often, operatic crossover discs seem to be devised according to marketing surveys, with the star swooping into the recording studio between engagements with minimum thought or care. Jose Cura's first crossover disc, Anhelo, is quite the exception. The tenor not only sings but has orchestrated and conducted several numbers as well, which is only the most tangible evidence of the thought and feeling he's put into this. The emphasis is on ballads--which is only fitting for an album whose title means intense, suffocating desire--though there are also folk-like songs and instrumental cuts, one of which Cura composed himself in a neo-Puccinian style. Some of the songs have orchestrations, but the instrumentation is mostly spare: often acoustic guitar or piano and, in one cut, only solo voice. Cura may not have the most flexible instrument, yet he scales it down extremely well here. Clearly, this disc didn't just arise out of a career strategy but as a sincere desire to communicate. And it does. --David Patrick Stearns

Customer Reviews:

Mellow Magic.......2005-12-16

In this exquisite CD of Argentine music, you will not hear Jose Cura sing with the full power of his magnificent operatic voice, but rather with a gentle beauty that is captivating. He shows us his heart in these songs, and what he is capable of doing artistically as well as his commitment to excellence, beyond his career as an international opera superstar. The repertoire consists of music by 20th and 21st century composers: Cura himself (2 tracks), Carlos Guastavino (8), Carlos Lopez Buchardo (2), and Julian Aguirre, Alberto Muzzio, Jorge Cardozo, Alberto Ginastera, Ariel Ramirez, Astor Piazzolla, Hilda Herrera, and Maria Elena Walsh each contributing one selection apiece.

The arrangements (by Cura) and musicianship are superb, featuring the brilliant talents of Eduardo Delgado (piano) and Ernesto Bitetti (guitar). Cura also conducts, and also had a hand in the design of the booklet insert, which has terrific liner notes, recording info, and lyrics in Spanish, English and French. There are also lots of photographs, and one of Cura as a toddler at the piano that is priceless.

There are 4 instrumentals on the CD, and the transcription of Piazzolla's "Adios Nonino" for piano quintet is stupendous, and another big favorite is Ginastera's "Cancion del arbol del olvido." There is nostalgia, sweet simplicity, and a purity to this album that may not appeal to those who like their music always on full throttle, but it is rich with a depth of soul and emotion, and is a rare encounter in this age of sound overkill. Total playing time is 62'08.

Anhelo.......2001-11-20

I discovered Jose Cura through Sarah Brightman's "Time to Say Goodbye." What a find I made! This man has the most expressive voice. Full of emotion and grandure, but not to the point of being ridiculous.

"Anhelo" is the perfect introduction to this wonderful man's voice. It is traditional Argentine music. The first time I heard "La Rosa" I was literally crying by the time it was over. The production is not over the top. You can hear Jose, without fighting the orchestra. Even if you don't speak Spanish, you can understand what he's singing through the emotion he gives each song.

Where most operatic voices do not understand that not every song is an aria, Jose does. He, like Sarah Brightman, can sing the opera with the "pop." Pick up this CD, with the bath and wine ready!

A large voice sings small.......2001-06-01

Many opera singers cannot seem to make their voices fit small or popular-type songs. The great Placido Domingo's pop albums are all disappointing: overproduced and underfelt. Jose Cura, on the other hand, gives these small songs from his homeland a warm, heartfelt treatment. The spare, always apt accompaniment adds to the poetic quality of the whole. This CD is a treasure.

A Cura for Heartache.......1999-09-23

Musical wonderman José Cura conducts himself in this splendid collections of art songs from his native Argentina. Wrapping his big, rich, meltingly warm barti-tenor voice around each ballad of heartache and romantic longing, Cura beautifully conveys the emotion at the heart of the song; it's meaning comes clear even for us listeners who aren't up on our Spanish. Especially impressive are his top notes, which he deploys either forcefully or very soft and intimate, like a lover's whisper in one's ear. Superb support from Ernesto Bitetti and Eduardo Delgado on guitar and piano contribute to the aura of closeness surrounding this disc. Simply put, ANHELO is a beautiful album and one which deserves a place any serious music lover's collection. ¡Viva El Cura!

Jose Cura's voice is truly magnificent!.......1999-09-22

I bought this CD after I heard Jose on Sarah Brighman's "Time to Say Goodbye." His voice is always so powerful, yet sweet that moves the hearts of those who listen to his music. He has truly put his heart into this CD. His feelings about Argentina is clearly reflected in all the songs that he included on this CD. HE will be the greatest tenor!!! He has all the qualities that a truly great tenor should! Let's wait for Jose's career to shine like no one else's.

Average customer rating: Its an awesome cd. ATR-ROKK a cheap copy of My Chemical Romance Excellent

Para Ti Con Desprecio Panda Manufacturer: Warner Music Latina ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk-Pop | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Rock en Español | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Amantes Sunt Amentes (W/Dvd) Allison Arroz Con Leche La Revancha del Principe Charro Arroz Con Leche ASIN: B000F8OICS Release Date: 2006-05-09

Tracks:

1. Reflexiones De Una Mente Perturbada
2. Cita En El Quirofano
3. Ya No Es Suficiente Lamentar
4. Promesas/Decepciones
5. Cuando No Es Como Debiera Ser
6. Hasta El Final
7. Figura Decorativa Sobre Fondo Ornamental
8. No Tienes Oportunidad Contra Mi Antipatica Imaginacion
9. No Te Deseo El Mal Pero Tampoco Te Deseo El Bien
10. Si Supieras
11. Muneca
12. Ya No Jalaba
13. Mala Suerte
14. Claro Que No
15. Hola

Customer Reviews:

Its an awesome cd........2007-01-10

It was better than what I was expecting it to be. I cant get enough of it, I listen to it every day. I you like spanish punk, I recomend you purchase this CD, im sure youll like it.

ATR-ROKK.......2007-01-06

PXNDX ROKKZ!!!!!!! ESTA VLTIMA PRODVXION DE PXNDX "PARA TI CON DESPRECIO" SI ESTA K TE HACE SVBIR EL VOLVMEN AL ESTEREO. LA RECOMIENDO PARA TODOS LOS K LES GVSTE EL ROKK EN ESPANOL. ESCVCHENLO A TODO VOLVMEN!!!

a cheap copy of My Chemical Romance.......2006-12-12

They are just a CHEAP copy of My Chemical Romance. I have to hear their bad music often because my little brother like it. Well i guess its not his fault he is just a kid.

Excellent.......2006-09-27

This is a must have for punk rock fans. Awesome group. New album coming out soon!!!

Average customer rating:

Para Ti en Exclusivo La Arrolladora Banda el Limon , and Rene Camacho Manufacturer: Disa / Umgd ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Banda | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Los Super Exitos Mil Heridas Te Va a Gustar Lobo Domesticado ASIN: B000NJWT3E Release Date: 2007-04-03

Tracks:

1. Intro "El Sinaloense" [Son]
2. En Los Puritos Huesos [Ranchera]
3. Suata [Ranchera]
4. Si Tu Amor No Vuelve [Cumbia]
5. Rengo [Corrido]
6. Entregame Tu Amor [Balada]
7. Que Me Vas a Dar [Ranchera]
8. Huele a Peligro [Ranchera]
9. Pesar de Todo [Ranchera]
10. Cheque en Blanco [Ranchera]
11. Esencia de Tu Vida [Balada]
12. De Ti Exclusivo [Balada]
13. Ya No Volveras [Balada]

Average customer rating: Like a religious experience Dissappointing soprano A balm for any soul Ten stars if possible... Historical re-release

Secular Music from Christian and Jewish Spain Manufacturer: EMI Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Renaissance (c.1450-1600) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Partsongs | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Similar Items: Sephardic Romances Music for the Spanish Kings The Splendour of Al-Andalus Mudejar Spanish Music of Travel and Discovery/ The Waverly Consort ASIN: B00000J2QD Release Date: 1999-06-08

Tracks:

1. Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Ni?a y vi?a
2. Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Propide melyor
3. Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Como no le andaro
4. Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Recercada
5. Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Fantasia
6. Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Pavana
7. Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Al alva venid, buen amigo
8. Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Perda mi rrueca
9. Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: A los badel amor
10. Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Fantasia
11. Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Romanesca
12. Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Pues bien para esta
13. Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Si av dicho, marido
14. Romances From Cancionero de Palacio: Si d'amor pena sent
15. Romances From Cancionero de Palacio: O voy
16. Romances From Cancionero de Palacio: Qu'es de ti, desconsolado
17. Recercadas sobre tenores: Recercada 4
18. Recercadas sobre tenores: Recercada 5
19. Recercadas sobre tenores: Recercada 6
20. Villancicos From Cancionero de Uppsala: Yo me soy la morenica
21. Villancicos From Cancionero de Uppsala: Si la nocha haze escura
22. Villancicos From Cancionero de Uppsala: Soleta s ac
23. Villancicos From Cancionero de Uppsala: Con qua lavar
24. Villancicos From Cancionero de Uppsala: Soy serranica

Tracks:

1. Sephardic Romaces: Pregoneros van y vienen
2. Sephardic Romaces: El rey de Francia tres hijas tenia
3. Sephardic Romaces: Una matica de Ruda
4. Sephardic Romaces: Palestina hermoza
5. Sephardic Romaces: Nani, nani
6. Sephardic Romaces: El rey que tanto madruga
7. Sephardic Romaces: Por que llorax blanca nina
8. Sephardic Romaces: Moricos los mis moricos
9. Sephardic Romaces: Lavava y suspirava
10. Sephardic Romaces: Paxarico tu te llamas
11. Sephardic Romaces: La Reina xerifa mora
12. Sephardic Romaces: Por alli paso un cavallero

Amazon.com

Before their expulsion in 1492, the Jews of medieval Spain developed a rich and lively culture, including an exquisite repertory of songs called romanceros--and they kept that repertory alive as they settled in places as diverse as Morocco, Bosnia, Turkey, and Bulgaria. Lovely as the romanceros are, they would have languished as the objects of ethnomusicological studies and might have disappeared altogether, were it not for the efforts of gifted musicians like Hespèrion XX. Jordi Savall and his ensemble, fronted by the unique soprano Montserrat Figueras, just about single-handedly brought those songs to the attention of the modern public with this 1976 recording (now reissued at a bargain price). Disc 1 features a selection of secular music from "Christian" Spain--that is, the courts of Ferdinand and Isabella and the Catholic nobility. The music is elegant and occasionally austere, but Figueras, Savall, and colleagues give the livelier pieces a flavorful swing. Yet disc 2, which features the Sephardic songs, is the real drawing card here. It was in Moorish Spain that Jewish culture flourished, so Hespèrion XX performs the romanceros with Arabic instruments, such as the 'ud (the ancestor of the European lute) and hand drums. These musicians, rechristened Hespèrion XXI in honor of the new century, perform this repertory with more polish now than they did in 1976, but--just as A Feather on the Breath of God did for Hildegard von Bingen--this recording made its own little bit of musical history. --Matthew Westphal

Customer Reviews:

Like a religious experience.......2007-03-28

This disc is pure magic that transends and defies definition. It is time period music that has been rereleased to capture the magic of the original recording. Each song is amazing. The music creates a mood that is best enjoyed alone ,in private so that your thoughts can be elevated to the point of inspiration. Although I like both discs I prefer the one that features Sephardic Romances over the disc that is Court Music and Songs. Montserrat Figueras angelic voice lends itself to beautiful interpretations of these beautiful songs from the Age before the expulsion of the Jews from Spain in 1492. This ancient music is preserved and freshly interpreted under the masterful leadership of Jordi Savall for an authentic recreation. If you have never heard Hesperion XX check this one out, it is fantastic. Recommended for classical music fans who want to hear something different. Once you hear Montserrat Figuerras voice you will feel the inspiration and be hooked on her angelic voice.

Dissappointing soprano.......2006-02-22

I was excitet buying this CD, expecting the quality of songs equal or better than
Begona Olavide and Carlos Paniagua on MA recodings. The music was fine but singing by soprano Montserrat Figueras was borderline annoying.

A balm for any soul.......2001-01-02

Attempting to review a Savall/Figueras CD is a frustrating task. The arsenal of superlatives is so quickly depleted. Terms like 'matchless' and 'unique' might be used, but lack strict definition. After all, a 'matchless' voice needn't be a good one. Terms like 'divine' or 'angelic' tend to remove Montserrat's singing from the real and human. She's nothing if not human. Having been blessed with watching as well as hearing her perform, vouching for her vitality on a stage is easy. But the superior quality of her voice and presentation is so far above the mundane or common as to become nearly indescribable. Anything less than adulation for her seems to indicate shortcomings in the disk or performer. Neither performance nor disk quality falls short here. That she performs religious songs here simply adds to the power of her impact on the listener. You necessarily hesitate, cease other activity, and, if moved enough, drop to your knees in respect and admiration. Tough to do in a crowded concert hall, but the motivation is there. And this from someone who shunned listening to vocal performances for many years. Dame Kiri was one exception and Argenta another, but the discovery of Figueras was the discovery of a voice without flaw.

Anyone visiting this page must certainly know of Jordi Savall and Hesperion XX. You may, however, have missed the glory of Montserrat Figueras' voice. Make up for that lack right away. The selections available here are pitifully limited, but this CD is as good an introduction as any. Don't hesitate to sit and enjoy this music. The sounds received will be a reward to whatever spiritual sense you possess.

Ten stars if possible..........2000-01-27

I agree completely with Stephan: outstanding performance. Montserrat at her best. If "Si d'amor pena sentis" doesn't bring tears to your eyes, what does?

Historical re-release.......1999-07-20

Hesperion XX were pioneers in reviving this music, and collectors will value these recordings which first came out in 1976. However most listeners may prefer more recent recordings by Wimmer on Naxos, and Alia Musica on Harmonia Mundi which have digital sound and include Spanish, and occasionally Hebrew, texts and translations.

Average customer rating: Lo Mejor De Juan Gabriel

Para Ti: 14 Exitos Originales Juan Gabriel Manufacturer: Sony International ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Cosas de Enamorados 15 Años Baladas Exitos Juan Gabriel con el Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan Los 15 Grandes Exitos de Juan Gabriel 15 Años de Exitos.. ASIN: B000005LKJ Release Date: 1989-07-14

Tracks:

1. Hasta Que Te Conoci
2. El Noa Noa
3. Inocente Pobre Amigo
4. Cosas De Enamorados
5. Buenos Dias Senor Sol
6. Caray
7. Siempre En Mi Mente
8. Yo No Se Que Me Paso
9. He Venido A Pedirte Perdon
10. Querida
11. Ya Para Que
12. Tus Ojos Mexicanos Lindos
13. No Me Vuelvo A Enamorar
14. Cuando Quieras Dejame

Customer Reviews:

Lo Mejor De Juan Gabriel.......2000-08-08

En este CD encontrara muchas de las cansiones mas populares del gran cantautor Juan Gabriel. Este CD de Juan Gabriel contiene sus mejores canciones. Si usted busca comprar un CD de Juan Gabriel pero no sabe cual de todos escojer, este CD de sus canciones clasicas es el que debe comprar.

Average customer rating:

De Mi Para Ti (From Me to You) Tito Puente With Santos Colon Manufacturer: Fania ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mambo | Latin Music | Styles | Music Big Band | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B00006GO60

Tracks:

1. Agitador
2. Imagenes
3. Gua Cha Rum
4. Magia Negra
5. Vete Pa' la Luna
6. Llora Timbero
7. Apoyate en Mi Alma
8. Plato Roto - Santos Colon, Tito Puente
9. Timbalito
10. Llora Corazon
11. Espme - Santos Colon, Tito Puente
12. De Mi Para Ti

Average customer rating:

Sangre Para Ti Vida Manufacturer: Tejas ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Tejano | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Vida Sin Control Electric Cowboys Lonestar Saloon Sunny ASIN: B000059RW3 Release Date: 2006-11-30

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3. Reik
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5. Ricky Martin
6. Romantic Jazz
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8. Selena: The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack [Soundtrack]
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