Españoleta

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When most listeners think "Baroque," they probably don't consider the lively 17th-century dance music of Spain. But after hearing Chatham Baroque's Españoleta disc, you'll be hooked. The quartet--aided by the percussion of Danny Mallon and the harp of Becky Baxter--performs works by Diego Fernandez de Huete, Gaspar Sanz, and Ortiz, along with numerous anonymous composers. Though these compositions vary in style (the danzas were composed for nobility, while the bailes were bawdier numbers for the lower classes), they're musically similar and all are gorgeous. Chatham Baroque--Chatham College's Ensemble-in-Residence--perform these pieces with driving rhythms and a great melodic sensibility, and, unlike some early-music ensembles, they never sound clunky. For lovers of early music from Spain, this disc and Jordi Savall's Music from Christian and Jewish Spain should be required listening. --Jason Verlinde

Españoleta, Music, Anonymous, Francisco Jose de Castro, Andrea Falconieri, Diego Fernandez de Huete, Diego Ortiz, Gaspar Sanz, Chatham Baroque, Becky Baxter, Danny Mallon, Chamber, Chamber Music, Chamber Music & Recitals, Classical, Classical Artists, Classical Music, Miscellaneous, Miscellaneous Music, Renaissance Dance Music
James Galway ~ Meditations
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • DON'T GET THIS FROM AMAZON!!!!!
  • Bounty of Flute's Best From One of Best Flutist
  • A Masterpiece
  • The Master of the Flute
  • lotsa flute
James Galway ~ Meditations
Jules Massenet , George Frideric Handel , Johann Sebastian Bach , Tomaso Albinoni , Giovanni Pergolesi , Baldassare Galuppi , Johann Pachelbel , Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach , Romano Antonio Piacentino , Antonio Vivaldi , Claude Debussy , John [composer] Field , Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart , Franz Schubert , Joaquin Rodrigo , Sergey Rachmaninov , Fryderyk Chopin , Christoph Willibald Gluck , John Georgiadis , James Galway , Jorg Faerber , Claudio Scimone , Claudio Schimone , David Measham , Michael Tilson Thomas , Eduardo Mata , and Charles Gerhardt
Manufacturer: RCA
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ASIN: B000006OP0
Release Date: 1998-05-19

Tracks:

  1. Adagio
  2. 'Winter' Concerto In F Minor: ll Largo - The Four Seasons
  3. Largo: Xerxes
  4. Flute Concerto In C, BWV 1032: ll Largo E Doice
  5. Pastoral Symphony: Messiah
  6. Flute Concerto In G: ll Adagio
  7. Flute Concerto In D, Op 10 No 3 'll Cardellino': ll Cantabile
  8. Flute Concerto In D: ll Adagio
  9. 'Spring' Concerto In E, Op 8 No 1: ll Largo - The Four Seasons
  10. Canon
  11. Flute Concerto In F, Op 10 No 5: ll Largo E Cantabile
  12. Flute Concerto In A, Wq168: ll Largo Con Sordini
  13. Flute Concerto In G: ll Andante
  14. Flute Concerto In G, Wq169: ll Largo
  15. Flute Concerto In G Minor, Op 10 No 2 'La Note': V Largo 'll Sonno'
  16. Flute Concerto In D Minor, Wq 426: ll Un Poco Andante

Tracks:

  1. Meditation - Thais
  2. The Little Shepard
  3. Nocturne No 5 In B Flat
  4. ll Andantino
  5. Serenade, D957
  6. Fantasia Para Un Gentilhombre
  7. Prelude A L' Apres-midi d'un Faune
  8. En Bateau
  9. Vocalise
  10. Nocturne In E Flat, Op 9 No 2
  11. Andante In C, K315
  12. Syrinx
  13. Orfeo ed Euridice: Dance Of The Blessed Spirits

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars DON'T GET THIS FROM AMAZON!!!!!.......2005-11-04

Ok people. I ordered this from Oct. 13 and NOw it's Nov. 3. I still didnt' get it. They told me it's gonna be delayed until the 14... I'm rating this only a one star not because SIR James Galway isn't a great flutist, but it's Amazon's crappy service and lack of interest.

5 out of 5 stars Bounty of Flute's Best From One of Best Flutist.......2005-02-17

Being married to a flutist allows me to hear some of the greatest works written for this beautiful instrument. Here one of its greatest virtuosos records his favorites from its reportoire.

Gallway performs superb renditions of 29 of his favorites, from Albinoni and Bach to Vivaldi. Much of what he plays most are already familiar with but will enjoy his passionate interpretation even then, e.g. CPE Bach's Flute Concertos and Vivaldi's four seasons selections. The fun comes from hearing other that some might not be that familiar with: Galuppi's Flute Concerto in D or Field's Nocturne in B Flat.

These are all enhanced by Gallway's personal notes on each selection, which is truly a wonderful addition to the liner notes.

This two CD set is truly a wonderful addition to all who love the sweet and flowing tone of flute well played accompanied by excellent orchestration and other instruments. Top shelf!

5 out of 5 stars A Masterpiece.......2003-02-08

I am a college student and I am majoring in music education. My primary instrument is the flute, and my goal is to attain all of the pieces that I have studied. By buying this CD with many different selections has saved me the aggravation of purchasing many different CDs. James Galway is an extremely talented man, and this collection shows off his capabilities with flare. There are selections from all of the major musical periods such as the Baroque and the Classical which makes for a wonderful variety. This CD is worth every penny.

5 out of 5 stars The Master of the Flute.......2001-01-18

James Galway performs miracles on the flute. This is an exquisite CD. Flautist must own this one!! It is a wonderful resource and helpful to young musicians needing some musicality help.

2 out of 5 stars lotsa flute.......2000-09-09

you really have to love flute music to have 2+ hours, I didn't realize it was ALL flute.
Bream Adagios
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • Too disjointed
Bream Adagios

Manufacturer: RCA
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005V8YM
Release Date: 2002-02-05

Tracks:

  1. Clair De Lune
  2. Reverie
  3. Pavane For A Dead Princess
  4. Dolly Suite, Op. 56: Berceuse/Lullaby
  5. Concerto In D For Lute And Strings, RV 93: Largo - The Julian Bream Consort
  6. Concerto In G For Two Lutes And Strings, RV 532: Andante - Julian Bream
  7. Fantasia Para Un Gentilhombre: Espanoleta - Joaquin Rodrigo
  8. Concierto De Aranjuez: Adagio - Joaquin Rodrigo
  9. Guitar Quintet In E Minor, G.451: Adagio - The Cremona String Quartet
  10. Guitar Concerto In A, Op.30: Andante Siciliano - Mauro Giuliani
  11. L'Encouragement, Op. 34: Cantabile
  12. Sonata In C Sharp Minor - Domenico Cimarosa
  13. Serenade In A, Op.96: Larghetto
  14. Dolly Suite, Op.56: Dolly's Garden
  15. Dolly Suite, Op.56: Tendresse

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Too disjointed.......2006-07-29

I bought this on a whim to relax. I have played classical piano for 25 years (for my own enjoyment) but had little exposure to the same music transposed to classical guitar. I recognized most of the selections. The first 4 tracks really delivered but the middle third of the CD becomes abruptly loud and soft and, frankly, sounds poorly mixed. The latter part of the CD finishes well. The CD could have been uniformly fantastic if some of the middle selections had been left out, or replaced by less orchestral pieces. Because of the disconnect I rarely play the CD, knowing that the quiet, reflective mood it induces will soon be sonically destroyed.
Day Dreams: Music for Romantic Moments, Vol. 2
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    Day Dreams: Music for Romantic Moments, Vol. 2

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    ASIN: B00004Z343
    Release Date: 2004-05-27

    Tracks:

    1. Ser in E, Op.22: Moderato - English CO/Rafael Kubelik
    2. Str Qnt in E, Op.11 No.5: Menuett - Orpheus CO
    3. Vc Con in e, Op.85: Adagio - Mischa Maisky
    4. Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, K525: Romanze - Orpheus CO
    5. L'Arlesienne, Ste No.1: Minuetto - LSO/Claudio Abbado
    6. A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op.61: Notturno - Orpheus CO
    7. Con in F, BWV 1053: Siciliano - Douglas Boyd
    8. Fant On Greensleeves - Orpheus CO
    9. Cl Con in A, K622: Adagio - Charles Neidich
    10. Str Son No.3 in A: Moderato - Camerata Bern/Thomas Furi
    11. Thais: Meditation - Christer Thorvaldsson
    12. Jocelyn: Berceuse - Patrick Gallois/Fabrice Pierre
    13. Cavalleria Rusticana: Intermezzo - Philharmonia Orch/Giuseppe Sinopoli
    14. Fant Para Un Gentilhombre: Espanoleta: Adagio - Narciso Yepes
    15. Peer Gynt, Ste No.1: Morning Mood - Gothenburg SO/Neeme Jarvi
    All'Improvviso
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      All'Improvviso

      Manufacturer: Alpha
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      Kapsberger, GiovanniKapsberger, Giovanni | ( K ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
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      ASIN: B00023B0A4
      Release Date: 2004-01-01

      Tracks:

      1. Voglio Una Casa (Improvisation)
      2. Folia (Improvisation)
      3. Ciaccona
      4. Romanesca
      5. Turlurrgamasca) (Improvisation)
      6. Folia Passeggiata Sopra D (Improvisation)
      7. Ciaccona (Improvisation)
      8. Ninna Nanna Sopra la Romanesca
      9. Chiacona
      10. Se Laura Spira (Folia) (Improvisation)
      11. Toccata
      12. Kapsberger (Improvisation)
      13. Folias
      14. Espatas (Improvisation)
      15. Cantata Sopra il Passacaglio. Diatonica (Improvisation)
      Españoleta
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • Spanish Baroque Works: A Treasure
      • For a wonderful listening experience....
      • Rousing & multilayered Spanish dances from the Baroque!
      • Viva Espana!
      • Absolutely delightful!
      Españoleta

      Manufacturer: Dorian Recordings
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      5. Spanish Dances

      ASIN: B00004T9VA
      Release Date: 2000-06-13

      Tracks:

      1. Canarios
      2. Carabanda
      3. Paradetas
      4. Tarantela/Suite in e minor
      5. Preludio
      6. Zarabanda francesca
      7. Coriente
      8. Passacalles
      9. Espanoleta
      10. Chaconas
      11. Fuga I, al ayre Espanol
      12. El que gustare de falsas
      13. Fuga II, al ayre de Jiga/Sonata Settima
      14. Preludio
      15. Allemanda
      16. Tempo di Sarabanda
      17. Zarambeque Criollo
      18. Recercada Settima
      19. Folias echa para mi Senora Dona Tarolilla de Carallenos/Sonata Nona
      20. Preludio
      21. Allemanda
      22. Giga
      23. Minuet
      24. Marizapalos

      Amazon.com

      When most listeners think "Baroque," they probably don't consider the lively 17th-century dance music of Spain. But after hearing Chatham Baroque's Españoleta disc, you'll be hooked. The quartet--aided by the percussion of Danny Mallon and the harp of Becky Baxter--performs works by Diego Fernandez de Huete, Gaspar Sanz, and Ortiz, along with numerous anonymous composers. Though these compositions vary in style (the danzas were composed for nobility, while the bailes were bawdier numbers for the lower classes), they're musically similar and all are gorgeous. Chatham Baroque--Chatham College's Ensemble-in-Residence--perform these pieces with driving rhythms and a great melodic sensibility, and, unlike some early-music ensembles, they never sound clunky. For lovers of early music from Spain, this disc and Jordi Savall's Music from Christian and Jewish Spain should be required listening. --Jason Verlinde

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars Spanish Baroque Works: A Treasure.......2005-10-07

      Most classical music fans do not associate Spain with Baroque Era music, which was predominantly music of the German Protestant Johann Sebastian Bach, or the English George Frederic Handel and Henry Purcell, and the Italian bunch- Vivaldi, Scarlatti, Corelli. But Spain during the years of the Baroque period (1600-1750) had its own Baroque piece of the pie sort to speak. Some composers here are credited as anonymous while others were most likely composers of the Spanish court or popular folk music composers. This collection features a mix of elegant, soothing and lively music, mostly for guitar, harp and strings. The guitar (then called a lute or mandolin) is very dominant in this particular music. It is gorgeous to hear and the various court danzas are a pleasure to hear. The music sounds fresh and clear, and seems straight out of the past. The bailes were considered dances for the common folk, rustic dances, and are thus stripped of slow-moving grandeur and are fast-paced and ebullient pieces. This is a must have for fans of ancient music. I would even add this to your collection of Renaissance Music, Elizabethan music and or Respighi's Ancient Airs and Dances.

      5 out of 5 stars For a wonderful listening experience...........2003-06-11

      ...I would strongly suggest queueing up this disc and letting it play-- again and again. It does not get stale!

      Chatham Baroque's most engaging quality is the degree of pleasure with which they play their music: they seem to live it and feel it like no other early music group I know. When I listen to them, either in the privacy of my own home or their concert locales, it is the sense that these fine musicians are doing what they love-- and I am enriched by it! The thrill they get playing the music is transmitted to the listening experience.

      The performances on this disk are so clear, clean and strong; the addition of the harp and percussion is a wonderful gift-- arranged to perfection-- and everyone gets to shine. This is music for a bright sunshine-filled mid-afternoon; a day when nothing in the world seems wrong.

      The wonderful flavor of the Latin style of baroque is something you must hear to believe; the quality of the musicianship will be obvious. Do not hesitate to get yourself a copy-- and I think that if you listen to it on a gloomy, gray day, it would bring the warmth of a crisp sunny day to every room in your house.

      5 out of 5 stars Rousing & multilayered Spanish dances from the Baroque!.......2002-11-29

      This CD is Chatham Baroque's continental counterpart to their earlier and equally enjoyable release, "Sol y Sombra: Baroque Music of Latin America". Guest percussionist Danny Mallon provides spicy yet appropriate percussion, while Becky Baxter adds harp to the equation, an instrument highly favored by the Spaniards. Varying rhythms, Hispanic flourishes and the complimentary sounds of castanets and tambourine make this album a standout in the group's repertoire, and downright fun to listen to. Having grown up with much more somber interpretations of Baroque music, I smile every time I hear "Espanoleta!". Continuously. For 64 minutes and 17 seconds. (Hurts a little after a while, but it's worth it.) This is probably my favorite release by Chatham Baroque, though it is difficult to choose between them--they are all wonderful! If you like this CD, you'll also like "Sol y Sombra", as well as two lively recordings by harpist Andrew Lawrence-King and his consort: "Spanish Dances: Selections from `Luz y Norte' by Lucas Ruiz de Ribayaz--Madrid, 1677" and "Jacaras!: 18th Century Spanish Baroque Guitar Music of Santiago de Murcia". Becky Baxter, guest harpist on "Espanoleta!", has a solo release from Dorian called "O Lux Beata: Renaissance Harp Music", which is also fun, showcasing a variety of different harps and harping styles with an assortment of guest accompanists.

      5 out of 5 stars Viva Espana!.......2002-03-02

      This music is enchanting! Can't find the words to explain how beatiful this music is. After hearing this CD about a thousand times already, I feel like visiting Madrid and Barcelona and just travel all across spain for a few days listenning to this CD.

      5 out of 5 stars Absolutely delightful!.......2000-12-11

      This album of Spanish baroque music is bright, cheerful, intricate, and flawlessly performed. The only bad thing about it is that I have to fight the temptation to play it every day! Even people who don't like classical music will love this, so you can use it as background music for dinner parties.
      Spanish Concertos
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        Spanish Concertos

        Manufacturer: Sony
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        Villa-Lobos, HeitorVilla-Lobos, Heitor | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music
        Chamber MusicChamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Villa-Lobos, Heitor | Composers | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
        GuitarGuitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music
        Williams, John        [guitar]Williams, John [guitar] | ( W ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Latin Music | Styles | Music
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        ASIN: B00009ZYDP
        Release Date: 2003-07-15
        Música en Tiempos de Velásquez
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          Música en Tiempos de Velásquez

          Manufacturer: Glossa
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          GeneralGeneral | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
          Chamber MusicChamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
          GuitarGuitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music
          RomanescaRomanesca | ( R ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
          ASIN: B000002K2F
          Release Date: 1995-12-01
          Spanish & Portuguese Harpsichord
          Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
          • a 'desert island' 'keeper'
          Spanish & Portuguese Harpsichord

          Manufacturer: Chandos
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          Baroque Dance SuitesBaroque Dance Suites | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music | Allemandes | Courantes | Gigue | Sarabande
          GeneralGeneral | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
          OrganOrgan | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
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          ASIN: B000000A5M
          Release Date: 1994-06-28

          Tracks:

          1. Diferencias sobre el canto de 'La Dama le demanda'
          2. Obra del Primer Tono de Ileno
          3. Segunda Susana grosada
          4. Pavana con su glosa
          5. Diferencias sobre el Canto Llano del Caballero
          6. Tiento del Primer Tono
          7. Diferencias sobre la Gallarda Milanesa
          8. Segunda Tento do primeiro tom
          9. Espanoleta
          10. Fabordon del Primer Tono
          11. Obra sobre Cantus firmus
          12. Cancao a Quatro glosada
          13. Dulce memoria
          14. Tiento de Batalla del Octavo Tono
          15. Pasacalles Primero Tono

          Customer Reviews:

          5 out of 5 stars a 'desert island' 'keeper'.......2001-03-11

          This is a `desert island' CD. One of the most pretty bits which I have ever heard [second only to my very favorite [virginal]. CD.] One could not ask for a better match of music a MELLOW harpsichord. Exquisite playing.The printed notes are dandy and the engineering and recording first rate. A `keeper'.
          Fandango: Baroque and Spanish Guitar Music
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            Fandango: Baroque and Spanish Guitar Music

            Manufacturer: Asv Living Era
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

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            GeneralGeneral | Purcell, Henry | Composers | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
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            ASIN: B000001HMV
            Release Date: 1993-09-11

            Tracks:

            1. The Fairy Queen: Rondeau
            2. The Fairy Queen: Dance Of The Fairies
            3. The Fairy Queen: Chaconne
            4. Suite No. 2 In A Minor, BWV 997: Prelude
            5. Suite No. 2 In A Minor, BWV 997: Fugue
            6. Suite No. 2 In A Minor, BWV 997: Sarabande
            7. Suite No. 2 In A Minor, BWV 997: Gigue And Double
            8. Espanoleta
            9. Canarios
            10. Gran Jota
            11. Maria (Gavotte)
            12. Capricho Arabe
            13. Fantasia Elegiaca (Andante - Largo: Marche Funebre)
            14. Guajira (Evocacion Cubana)
            15. Tango
            16. Pequenas Sevillanas
            17. Ya se van los pastores
            18. Fandango
            Guitar Fantasy in Spain and Italy
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              Guitar Fantasy in Spain and Italy

              Manufacturer: Sbe Records
              ProductGroup: Music
              Binding: Audio CD

              Chamber MusicChamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
              GeneralGeneral | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
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              ASIN: B00065TZB4
              Release Date: 2004-10-26

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