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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

Amazon.com

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: The Best Compilation of the Man on 2 Discs! Great Sound Quality Too! Relaxing and Enticing to the Ear A little something for everybody

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Tracks:

1. Suite Espanola, Op.47: Asturias (Leyenda)
2. Cavatina From The Deer Hunter
3. Lute Suite No.4 In E Major, BWV 1006a: Prelude
4. Triangular Situations
5. Recuerdos De La Alhambra
6. Romance
7. Dance From La Vida Breve
8. Sonata In E Major, K 380
9. Como Llora Una Estrella (Valse-Cancion)
10. The Mission
11. El Colibri
12. Gymnopedie No.3
13. Courante
14. La Catedral
15. El Condor Pasa
16. Salut D'Amour
17. Malinke Guitars
18. Concerto For Lute (Guitar), Two Violins (Strings) And Basso Continuo In D Major, R.93: I. Allegro Giusto
19. The Entertainer

Tracks:

1. Concierto De Aranjuez: II. Adagio
2. El Diablo Suelto (Valse)
3. Preludio En Do Menor (In C Minor)
4. Suite Espanola, Op.47: Sevilla (Sevillanas)
5. Gnossienne No.1
6. Cueca
7. Schindler's List
8. Lute Suite No.4 In E Major, BWV 1006a: Gavotte
9. Nkosi Sikelel'i Afrika
10. Pavane
11. Trio For Violin, Lute (Guitar) And Basso Continuo In C Major, R.82: III. Allegro
12. Sunburst
13. The Godfather
14. Scherzino Mexicano
15. Aeolian Suite For Guitar And Small Orchestra: I. Aeolian Chant
16. 3 Blues For Classic Guitar: Spanish Guitar Blues
17. 3 Blues For Classic Guitar: Blues For Felix
18. 3 Blues For Classic Guitar: Swing 59
19. The Black Decameron: The Flight Of The Lovers Through The Valley Of The Echoes
20. Una Limosna Por El Amor De Dios
21. Saltarello
22. 12 Piezas Caracteristicas, Op.92: No.12 Torre Bermeja (Serenato)

Customer Reviews:

The Best Compilation of the Man on 2 Discs! Great Sound Quality Too!.......2006-04-21

The title very aptly describes this great classical guitar album showcasing some of the best ever works of John Williams on 2 discs. The track selections are great as they span the centuries from the Baroque greats of Bach and Vivaldi to the modern day composers such as Stanley Myers and York. John even flirts with Blues and Jazz-style pieces and they actually sound very good. In addition, they did a much better mastering job on this version than on the single disc, "Classic John Williams" album that was released a few years earlier and so the sound quality is much better. John Williams' playing is without peer and his technique is superior to the vast majority of the exponents of classical guitar that are out there. I've heard recordings of many others who have tried to play "Cavatina" for example and they have never come close to the natural and flowing version that John plays. If you are a fan of this type of music or of John Williams' work, this is the best compilation that you can get that's out there. Highly recommended!

Relaxing and Enticing to the Ear.......2006-01-26

The first song on this set is why I bought the whole album. It blows you away listening to the precise picking and the gorgeous way it is done. Not robotic like some freaks out there. This is true beautiful music. Runs together like a long summer drive in the country. It is just a perfect album to listen to at home or on the go.

A little something for everybody.......2005-06-15

First, this is gorgeous guitar playing by someone who knows what he's doing. John Williams (not to be confused by the film score composer of the same name) is a superb classical guitarist. Many of these pieces are *classical* in nature, while a few are more *popular*. Many are solo, the rest in small chamber groups. Some will get your toes tapping, some will start you daydreaming, and some will make you cry with their beauty. All of it is magnificent.

Average customer rating: A good introduction to a great composer

Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjuez; Fantasía para un gentilhombre Manufacturer: RCA ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Bream, Julian | ( B ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music $7.99 and Under | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Bream, Julian | ( B ) | Performers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Instrumental | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Classical Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Classical Instrumental Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Music of Spain Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjuez; Falla: El Amor Brujo The Complete Last Concert Villa-Lobos: Guitar Concerto; Preludes; Etudes Concierto ASIN: B0002DD67Y Release Date: 2004-07-13

Tracks:

1. Allegro Con Spirito
2. Adagio
3. Allegro Gentile
4. Fandango
5. Passacaglia
6. Zapateado
7. Invocacion Y Danza (Hommage A Manual De Falla)
8. En Los Trigales
9. Villano Y
10. Ricercare
11. Espanoleta
12. Fanfare De La Caballeria De Napoles
13. Danza De Las Hachas
14. Canario

Customer Reviews:

A good introduction to a great composer.......2006-11-10

This CD is a good gift choice to introduce a friend to a wonderful composer; the works on it are full of a deliciously evocative Spanish flair and style. I think anyone who enjoys classical music, particularly anyone who likes music with a strong romantic impulse, will like this CD.

Average customer rating: Perfection Sensuous and poetic playing with amazing technique An eclectic collection of guitar music, wonderfully played! Great guitar CD If you like the tango or classical guitar, this is for you

Latin American Guitar Music Manufacturer: Naxos ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Piazzolla, Astor | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music $6.99 and Under | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Piazzolla, Astor | ( P ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Instrumental | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Similar Items: Guitar Music of Argentina Guitar Music from Cuba Leo Brouwer: Guitar Music, Vol. 1 Manhã de Carnaval Tango Argentino ASIN: B0000DJEM7 Release Date: 2003-11-18

Tracks:

1. Tango
2. Waltz
3. Waltz
4. Don Agustin Bardi
5. El Choclo
6. Stella Australis
7. Milonga Del Viento
8. Milonga Oriental
9. Little Rhapsody
10. Danza In E Minor
11. Un Dia De Noviembre
12. I. Confuseta
13. II. Melancolia
14. III. Epilogo
15. Marta
16. Tango

Album Description

This recording presents a selection of some of the least and the best known exponents of twentieth century Latin-American guitar repertoire, among them the internationally renowned Argentinian composer Máximo Diego Pujol, whose Elegy for the death of a tanguero is an elegant homage to his compatriot, the father of the classical tango, Astor Piazzolla. Leo Brouwer is found in unusually lyrical mood and two of Piazzolla's most popular songs are heard in an arrangement by Colombian-born guitarist Ricardo Cobo.

Customer Reviews:

Perfection.......2006-02-05

What can I say? Every piece on this recording I love, and Ricardo plays them all to perfection. This CD is sure to get more play than most of my other CDs. If you like classical guitar check out all the Naxos label CDs, I own like 4-5 of them, and they are all excellent listening. This one I must say stands out to me, but mainly because of my preference for Latin guitar music.

Sensuous and poetic playing with amazing technique.......2004-08-17

Although I'm honestly tired of all the "Latin collection" CDs out there, this one is played by a "real" Latin and you can hear it from the first track. It is not only believable, but compelling. The poetry in Reis's two pieces (Track 2,3) is simply beautiful and Cobo's phrasing is refreshingly provocative rather than safe. This player's music is fluid, his sound silky and detailed, and his musical thinking exciting and natural. Although I have several versions of Piazzolla on guitar, these arrangements totally rock. Cobo's arrangement of "El Choclo" is dazzling, especially the last variation. Without saying more, every track on this recording is really special. Take it from a serious student of guitar and avid listener- this CD is a must-have if you like guitar.

An eclectic collection of guitar music, wonderfully played!.......2004-07-07

This is my favorite CD of Latin American guitar music. Ricardo Cobo is a Columbian guitarist currently living in Las Vegas and his playing is among the best I've heard. As the liner-notes indicate, this CD features some well-known Latin American composers as well as some who are virtually unknown. (Outside of the Cuban composer Leo Brouwer, all the composers whose music is featured on this CD are South American.)

The pieces by Manuel Pujol are particularly moving (his work in homage to Piazzolla is alone worth the price of the CD!), as are the two works by the little known composer, Dilermando Reis. Also worth mentioning is Leo Brouwer's piece 'Un Dia de Noviembre,' a beautiful modal ballad (in the natural minor 'Aeolian' mode) that sounds almost like 'new age music' but that is more interesting and subtle. I don't particularly care for the two pieces by Astor Piazzolla (the 1st and last tracks on the CD), as I don't think they fit well with the rest of the CD's music, but overall this CD has enough beautiful guitar music to warrant many listenings. Some of the slower pieces are reminiscent of the music of the brilliant Paraguayan guitarist/composer Agustin Barrios, whose music was neglected for too long but is now getting serious attention (I would recommend David Russell's recording of Barrios' music for solo guitar -- simply beautiful).

And with Naxos' extremely low prices, you really can't go wrong with Cobo's CD!

Great guitar CD.......2003-12-18

I've been waiting for this CD to come out. It was worth the wait. The pieces are familiar Latin guitar music. The playing is the best I've ever heard on any Cobo recording. His Latin soul comes through in this recording. With his superior technique he gets an amazing sound out of the guitar. The richness of this music comes through more with each listening. Buy this CD! You won't regret it.

If you like the tango or classical guitar, this is for you.......2003-12-15

I had looked forward to Cobo's release of this collection of Latin American guitar music. There are few players on the planet who can match his technique and sound (he won the prestigious Guitar Federation of America Competition in 1987), and fewer yet with such direct ties to Latin American music (he's a native of Colombia and has received that country's highest honors for accomplishment in the arts). The CD doesn't disappoint. Much of the music is familiar to guitarists, although not all from guitar renditions (Cobo has transcribed some popular tangos from piano or other mediums). Cobo's talent is apparent and consistent throughout. If you like the tango or similar music, and/or if you like to hear the classical guitar played well, you'll like this recording.

Average customer rating: A wonderful journey my introduction to the classical guitar technique Mesmerizing!! Beyond beautiful, a wonderful work As enjoyable as their live performance!

Journey to the Amazon Sharon Isbin , Paul Winter , Thiago de Mello , Laurindo Almeida , Antonio Lauro , Agustin Barrios-Mangore , Gentil Montana , Isaias Savio , Leo Brouwer , Benito Canonico , and Pixinguinha Manufacturer: Teldec ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD 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 Isbin, Sharon | ( I ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Modern & 20th Century | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Similar Items: Dreams of a World Sharon Isbin Plays Baroque Favorites for Guitar Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjuez; Villa-Lobos: Concerto for guitar; Ponce: Concierto del sur Latin Romances for Guitar Greatest Hits ASIN: B000000SAG Release Date: 1997-10-14

Tracks:

1. Historia Do Luar (Choro)
2. Seis por Derecho
3. Waltz Op. 8, No. 4
4. A Hug For Pixingha
5. Chants For The Chief No. 2 : Uirapuru do Amazonas
6. Julia Florida
7. El Marabino
8. Waltz No. 3 (Natalia)
9. Porro
10. Butucada
11. Lago de Janauaca
12. Chants For the Chief No. 1 : A Chamada dos Ventos - Cancao Nocturna
13. Cancione de Cuna (Lullaby)
14. Aire de Joropo
15. Cochichando
16. Choro Alegre (A Hug For Tiberio)
17. Cavaleiro Sem Armadura (Knight Without Armor)

Customer Reviews:

A wonderful journey.......2006-02-17

The guitar performance is as good as it gets. Every track could have been recorded as a solo performance and worked very well. The percussion and saxophone enrich the context and move the performance into something more than just music. After listening you feel like you've just enjoyed something wonderful and at the same time you've been educated without realizing it! After listening you understand something about Latin American music that you didn't before.

my introduction to the classical guitar technique.......2005-05-22

The Journey to the Amazon does just what the title suggests, taking you on an melodious adventure of guitar and local instruments and rhythms. This disc was my introduction to the sound of a classical guitar, and I found that the path Sharon Isbin took from more classical repertoire suited her style well. I may not have liked the sound of classical guitar at all if I had first listened to it in a more traditional genre.

Mesmerizing!!.......2004-02-29

This CD was my first exposure to Sharon Isbin, and I am absolutely mesmerized by it!! The music is beautiful, lyrical and moving. You can close your eyes and feel transported to a lovely other-worldly place full of graceful Latin/Brazilian rhythms.

Beyond beautiful, a wonderful work.......2003-09-08

This recording was one of my early exposures to Sharon Isbin on CD. I had the pleasure of experiencing her live performance prior to the purchase of this CD. As a fan of heavier guitar music, (i.e. Steve Vai and Eric Johnson), I never believed I would enjoy a classical guitarist. I was so completely moved by the performance Ms. Isbin gives on this CD, that I promptly purchased "Dreams of a World" and most recently "Baroque Favorites for Guitar". I highly recommend this CD if you want to hear a guitarist whose work defies traditional categorization. I give it 10 stars! Please try to see Ms. Isbin live in recital if she comes to your area; you will experience a remarkable performance.

As enjoyable as their live performance!.......2002-05-28

I had the good fortune of hearing these performers live and relished every moment. Rarely does a CD live up to a live performance, but this is one that does and more. A must buy!!

Average customer rating: Soulful playing from the man Brouwer and Williams at their best One of Williams' best recordings!

Brouwer: The Black Decameron Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Classical Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Classical Instrumental Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Brouwer: Guitar Music, Vol. 2 Leo Brouwer: Guitar Music, Vol. 1 Steve Gray: Guitar Concerto; Richard Harvey: Concerto Antico Brouwer: Sonata; Hika; Suite No. 2 Guitar Music from Cuba ASIN: B0000062E6 Release Date: 1998-03-17

Tracks:

1. Concerto De Toronto (For John Williams):: Moderato, II Theme And variations
2. Concerto De Toronto (For John Williams):: Theme
3. Concerto De Toronto (For John Williams):: Variation 1
4. Concerto De Toronto (For John Williams):: Variation 2
5. Concerto De Toronto (For John Williams):: Variation 3
6. Concerto De Toronto (For John Williams):: Variation 4
7. Concerto De Toronto (For John Williams):: III, Tempo Libero. Allegro
8. Elogio De La Danza - Eulogy For The Dance: Lento, Obstinato
9. El Decameron Negro (1981): El Arpa Del Guerrero
10. El Decameron Negro (1981): La Huida De Los Amantes Por El Valle De Los Ecos
11. El Decameron Negro (1981): Balada De La Doncella Enamoradal
12. Hika: 'In Memoriam Toru Takemitsu' (1996)

Customer Reviews:

Soulful playing from the man.......2004-10-19

I was recommended to approach this CD with caution, as John uses his trademark "faultless and riskless" playing style to the maximum, but being a huge fan I had to explore. I was not disappointed.
The opening to Concerto Toronto is quite simply spine tingling, John's technical ability boggles the mind in what seems to be one of the hardest guitar compositions to date, and also one of the most beautiful. Brouwer's typical theme development techniques are used to great effect, and his orchestration is also very appropriate - a rare trait for a composer so dedicated to one instrument. In this first movement, I found myself rewinding and relistening many times to some of the phrases, as Williams' playing is so impeccable. The second movement, a theme and variations is also excellently presented, and especially the first variation, I'd like to hear any other guitarist play this well.
The Elogio de la Danza is also very neatly presented, if a little souless in parts, on the whole justice is done to this fine work.
El Decameron Negro promised such great things - One of Brouwers finest compositions played by a true master. However, looking beyond technical ability (which anyone would agree is here in buckets) El Arpa del Guerrero sounds as though the notes have been put into a computer and churned back out. Yes its fluid and mistakeless, but for such an estabished performer,I expected better and more original things.
His interpretation of La Huida de los Amantes por el Valle de los Ecos, however, is among the finest, if not the finest pieces of playing I have ever heard from John. The lyricism shines at every opportunity, and is strongly backed by his technique. If the gallop at the end leaves you unmoved, then see a doctor. Absolute magic.
Then the Balada de la Doncella Enmorada. This is undeniably a little rushed, and often used to show off - again its fluid and hugely impressive, but somewhat immature.(?)
The Hika is fantastic, John really brings out the agressive nature of the phrasing, and the sombre melodies - I'd like to see him do it live. He sure can play guitar.
Overall, definitely worth checking out - interpretations vary, and who am I to cuss such a legend's playing. I like this CD very much and so will you.

Brouwer and Williams at their best.......2000-02-09

Normally I do not like John Williams playing Brouwer or any other South American composer for that matter. This CD however surprised me. The music is played with, as always, technical supremacy and a lot of feeling/emotion, which I think normally lacks when he plays Brouwer. The Concerto de Toronto is great. I never knew that Brouwer composed stuff like this. The El Decameron Negro is out of this world.

One of Williams' best recordings!.......1999-11-17

In addition to the excellent premiere recording of Leo Brouwer's Concerto de Toronto (which, fortunately for Brouwer fans, includes several motifs used by Brouwer in some of his previous works), John Williams provides the listener with an outstanding rendition of the much recorded El Decameron Negro. His approach to La Huida de los Amantes por el Valle de los Ecos (The Flight of the Lovers Through the Valley of the Echoes) results in some of the most sensitive and energetic playing I have heard from Williams.

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Masters of the Guitar Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by J.S. Bach | Bach, Johann Sebastian | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Falla | Falla, Manuel de | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Giuliani, Mauro | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Granados, Enrique | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Paganini, Niccolò | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Domenico Scarlatti | Scarlatti, Domenico | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Tarrega | Tarrega, Francisco | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Turina | Turina, Joaquin | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Villa-Lobos, Heitor | ( V ) | 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 Sonatinas | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | 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 Lute | Instruments | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Villa-Lobos, Heitor | Composers | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Lute | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music Deutsche Grammophon: Music | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Masters of the Keyboard Masters of the Bow: Cello Masters of the Bow Masters of the Voice: Tenor Masters of the Trumpet ASIN: B0007CEXO0 Release Date: 2005-02-08

Tracks:

1. Allemande - Andreas Segovia
2. Bouree - Andres Segovia
3. Canarios - Alexandre Lagoya
4. Sonata In E Major - Alexandre Lagoya & Ida Presti
5. Variations On A Theme By Mozart - John Williams
6. Romanza: Piu Tosto Largo. - Edardo Fernandeaz
7. Sevilla - Angel Romero
8. Asturias (Leyenda) - Narciso Yepes
9. Spanish Dance No. 5, Op. 37 'Andaluza' - Pepe Romero
10. Recuerdos De La Alhambra - Narciso Yepes
11. Garrotin - Julian Bream
12. Soleares - Julian Bream
13. Preludio. Lento - Goran Sollscher
14. Andante Solemne - Goran Sollscher
15. Allegretto - Goran Sollscher
16. Una Limosna Por El Amor De Dios - Alexander-Sergei Ramierez
17. Valse Criollo - John Williams
18. Homenaje 'Le Tombeau De Debussy' - Julian Bream
19. Cacion De Cuna (Berceuse) - Goran Sollscher
20. Etude No. 1 For Guitar In E Minor - John Williams
21. Choro No. 1 - Eduardo Fernandez
22. Ayer Y Hoy (Guajiras) - Paco Pena

Tracks:

1. (Allegro Giusto) - Goran Sollscher
2. Largo - Goran Sollscher
3. Allegro - Goran Sollscher
4. Allegro Maestoso - Eduardo Fernandez
5. Andante Siciliano - Eduardo Fernandez
6. Alla Polacca - Eduardo Fernandez
7. Villano Y Ricercare (Adagietto/Andante Moderato) - Andres Seovia
8. Espanoleta Toques De La Caballeria De Napoles - Andres Seovia
9. Danza De Las Hachas (Allegro Con Brio) - Andres Seovia
10. Canario (Allegro Ma Non Troppo) - Andres Seovia
11. Allegro Con Spirito - Pepe Romero Christine Pendrill
12. Adagio - Pepe Romero Christine Pendrill
13. Allegro Gentile - Pepe Romero Christine Pendrill

Average customer rating: A superb guitar disc played by a master Manuel Barrueco and Leo Brower Maravilloso! Increible ejecucion.....

Manuel Barrueco ~ Cantos y Danzas / Hendricks · Pahud Heitor Villa-Lobos , Astor Piazzolla , Manuel Ponce , Leo Brouwer , Radames Gnattali , Ernesto Grenet , Antonio Lauro , Agustin Barrios-Mangore , Manuel Barrueco , Barbara Hendricks , and Emmanuel Pahud Manufacturer: EMI Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Duets | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Piazzolla, Astor | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Villa-Lobos, Heitor | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | 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 | International | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Similar Items: Cuba! / Manuel Barrueco Manuel Barrueco Plays Albéniz & Turina Manuel Barrueco ~ Bach & de Visae Manuel Barrueco ~ Brouwer, Villa-Lobos & Orbon Nylon & Steel ASIN: B000009OQA Release Date: 1998-04-03

Tracks:

1. Dance Of The High Plain Peruvian Dance - Leo Brouwer
2. Chilean Dance
3. Paraguayan Dance
4. Alms, For The Love Of God
5. Little Star - Manuel Ponce
6. Mexican Scherzino - Manuel Ponce
7. The Cathedral: Preludio
8. The Cathedral: Andante Religioso
9. The Cathedral: Allegro Solemne
10. Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5: Cantilena
11. Brazillian Dance
12. Sleep Black Girl
13. 'Natalia' Venezuelan Waltz
14. The Death Of An Angel - Astor Piazzolla
15. The History Of The Tango: Bordel 1900 - Astor Piazzolla
16. The History Of The Tango: Cafe 1930 - Astor Piazzolla
17. The History Of The Tango: Night-club 1960
18. The History Of The Tango: Concert d'aujourd'hui - Astor Piazzolla

Customer Reviews:

A superb guitar disc played by a master.......2001-03-18

From the first notes, you will be seduced by the heartful, sensuously elegant playing of Barrueco. It's easy to tell that he has lived with this music for a long time. Each piece adds a new dimension to your experience of 20th century Latin American guitar music. One Barrios piece ravishingly spotlights the local folkloric traditions while another resonates with the inspiration of Bach. A Ponce selection enchants us deeply as any Chopin scherzo. The Piazzolla duets with flute invigorate our appreciation of the tango. In CANTOS Y DANZAS, Barrueco has given us a wonderful gift.

Manuel Barrueco and Leo Brower.......2000-12-20

Tecnicamente Barrueco es impecable pero me decepciona la interpretacion de "Danza del Altiplano" y "Danza Paraguaya". Creo que hay mejores interpretes de Barrios y Brower que el. Carlevaro por ejemplo interpreta Brower mucho mejor que Barrueco en mi opinion. Sin emargo el Preludio de "La Catedral" (De Barrios,curiosamente) sencillamente lo borda. Es magnifico de la manera que lo hace. Quizas habria que preguntarle porque las dos anteriores piezas las entiende de esa forma...

Maravilloso!.......2000-04-17

Barrueco, if you are not familiar with him, is undoubtedly one of the masters of the classical guitar. True to form, this CD wholly supports his reputation: his interpretations are very tasty and his technical mastery shine in this recording.

I really enjoyed his selection of pieces which involve solo guitar, duet with voice, and duet with flute.

If you don't have it, get it!

Increible ejecucion............1999-02-28

La ejecucion de Barrueco es increible. Los amantes de la guitarra clasica ( y popular ) no quedan decepcionados. Manuel Barrueco es un gran guitarrista.

Average customer rating: Surprisingly versatile guitarist

Portrait of John Williams Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by J.S. Bach | Bach, Johann Sebastian | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Tarrega | Tarrega, Francisco | ( T ) | 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 Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Classical Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Classical Instrumental Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music ASIN: B0000025PT Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. Seis Por Derecho
2. Castilla
3. Recuerdos De La Alhambra
4. Prld, vc Ste No. 1
5. Con In D: Allegro
6. Con In D: Largo
7. Con In D: Allegro
8. Fool On The Hill
9. Vals, Op. 8, No. 4
10. I. Guajira, II. Danza Caracteristica
11. Cavatina
12. El Negrito
13. Sakura

Customer Reviews:

Surprisingly versatile guitarist.......2001-08-27

John Williams, well known by his beautyful performances on baroque and clasicist suites, mainly transcribed from luthe or mandolin scores, shows a superb behaviour in latin-american songs. The opening track, Antonio Lauro's Seis por Derecho (referring to the guitar six strings), is a marvel itself that's worth the price of the album. Not to mention Tárrega's Recuerdos de la Alhambra, with its moody tremolos... Modern composers, like cuban Leo Brouwer are also proudly performed here in Williams' hands and strings. A broad range style guitar album higly recommendable to students and classical guitar lovers.

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Latin American Guitar Works Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Villa-Lobos, Heitor | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Villa-Lobos, Heitor | Composers | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | 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 Deutsche Grammophon: Music | Specialty Stores | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Leo Brouwer: Guitar Music, Vol. 1 Villa-Lobos: Complete Music for Solo Guitar El Diablo Suelto - Guitar Music of Venezuela The Great Paraguayan: Guitar Music of Barrios Guitar Music of Argentina ASIN: B00062IEHI Release Date: 2004-10-12

Tracks:

1. Choro No.1
2. La Catedral - Pepe Romero
3. Danza Paraguaya No.1
4. Waltz, Op.8 No.3 - Alexander-Sergei Ramirez
5. Una Limosna Por El Amor De Dios - Alexander-Sergei Ramirez
6. El Colibri - Pepe Romero
7. Cancion From Tres Canciones Populares Mexicanas - Andres Segovia
8. Valse Criollo - John Williams
9. Cancion De Cuna (Berceuse)
10. Ojos Brujos
11. Mazurka-Choro
12. Schottish-Choro
13. Valsa-Choro
14. Gavota-Choro
15. Chorinho

Jazz Music:

1. Canciones Favoritas
2. Cantando a Borges 100 Anos [Import]
3. Clasico/03 [Import]
4. Coleccion de Exitos
5. Con Mariachi: Coleccion de Oro [Box set]
6. Corazón Latino [Box set] [Import]
7. Corridos: Coleccion de Oro [Box set]
8. Diario
9. Dos Idolos
10. Durango vs. Tierra Caliente

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