Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of classical guitar with Claudio Maccari's "Essential Guitar," released in 2007 under the Berlin Classics label. This captivating album spans a generous 2 hours and 35 minutes, featuring 30 tracks that showcase Maccari's virtuosity and the rich diversity of chamber music for the guitar.
The album opens with the grand Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra No. 1 in A Major, Op. 30, a three-movement work that highlights Maccari's technical prowess and expressive depth. The concerto is followed by a selection of sonatas, each beautifully adapted for the guitar, including pieces by the renowned composer Domenico Scarlatti.
Maccari's repertoire extends to more contemporary works, such as the haunting Fantasia Elegiaca for Guitar in C Minor, Op. 59, and the lively Quintet for Guitar and String Quartet No. 4 in D Major, G. 448. The album also features a delightful suite of Spanish music, Suite Española No. 1, Op. 47, which transports the listener to the vibrant streets and plazas of Granada, Sevilla, and Asturias.
For those with a taste for Brazilian music, the album includes a Suite populaire brésilienne, W020, featuring lively choros and dances that showcase Maccari's versatility. The album concludes with a poignant piece, "Una limosna por el amor de Dios," and a dynamic duet, Sonatina Caótica for Two Guitars, performed with fellow guitarist Andrea Rognoni.
Throughout "Essential Guitar," Maccari is accompanied by a talented ensemble, including the Ensemble Ottocento and La Magnifica Comunità, with contributions from Victor Villadangos and Giuseppe Feola. The result is a rich tapestry of sound that celebrates the guitar's expressive range and the enduring appeal of classical chamber music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the world of classical guitar, "Essential Guitar" offers a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra No. 1 in A Major, Op. 30: I. Allegro maestosoMauro Guiliani, Claudio Maccari, Ensemble Ottocento, Andrea Rognoni
Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra No. 1 in A Major, Op. 30: II. Siciliana. AndantinoMauro Guiliani, Claudio Maccari, Ensemble Ottocento, Andrea Rognoni
Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra No. 1 in A Major, Op. 30: III. Polonaise. AllegrettoMauro Guiliani, Claudio Maccari, Ensemble Ottocento, Andrea Rognoni
Sonata in D Minor, Kk. 32: Aria - Version for GuitarDomenico Scarlatti, Luigi Attademo
Sonata in D Minor, Kk. 213: Andante - Version for GuitarDomenico Scarlatti, Luigi Attademo
Sonata in E Minor, Kk. 292: Allegro - Version for GuitarDomenico Scarlatti, Luigi Attademo
Fantasia Elegiaca for Guitar in C Minor, Op. 59: Inroduction. Andante. LargoFernando Sor, Stefano Palamidessi
Fantasia Elegiaca for Guitar in C Minor, Op. 59: Marche funébre. Andante. ModeratoFernando Sor, Stefano Palamidessi
Quintet for Guitar and String Quartet No. 4 in D Major, G. 448: I. PastoraleLuigi Boccherini, Eros Roselli, La Magnifica Comunità
Quintet for Guitar and String Quartet No. 4 in D Major, G. 448: II. Allegro maestosoLuigi Boccherini, Eros Roselli, La Magnifica Comunità
Quintet for Guitar and String Quartet No. 4 in D Major, G. 448: III. Grave assaiLuigi Boccherini, Eros Roselli, La Magnifica Comunità
Quintet for Guitar and String Quartet No. 4 in D Major, G. 448: IV. FandangoLuigi Boccherini, Eros Roselli, La Magnifica Comunità
Suite Española No. 1, Op. 47: I. GranadaIsaac Albéniz, Giuseppe Feola
Suite Española No. 1, Op. 47: III. SevillaIsaac Albéniz, Giuseppe Feola
Suite Española No. 1, Op. 47: V. AsturiasIsaac Albéniz, Giuseppe Feola
Cantos de Espana, Op. 232: II. OrientaleIsaac Albéniz, Giuseppe Feola
Cantos de Espana, Op. 232: IV. CordobaIsaac Albéniz, Giuseppe Feola
Choro No. 1 in E Minor, W161Heitor Villa-Lobos, Frédéric Zigante
Suite populaire brésilienne, W020: I. Mazurka-Choro. Un peu lentHeitor Villa-Lobos, Frédéric Zigante
Suite populaire brésilienne, W020: II. Schottish-Choro. Un peu modéréHeitor Villa-Lobos, Frédéric Zigante
Suite populaire brésilienne, W020: IV. Gavotta-Choro. Allegro moderatoHeitor Villa-Lobos, Frédéric Zigante
Las AbejasAgustín Barrios Mangoré, Christiano Porqueddu
La Catedral: I. PreludioMaximo Diego Pujol, Giorgio Mirto
La Catedral: II. Andante religiosoMaximo Diego Pujol, Giorgio Mirto
La Catedral: III. Allegro solemneMaximo Diego Pujol, Giorgio Mirto
La Catedral: Una limosna por el amor de DiosMaximo Diego Pujol, Giorgio Mirto
Sonatina Caótica for Two Guitars: I. AllegroMaximo Diego Pujol, Giorgio Mirto, Victor Villadangos
Sonatina Caótica for Two Guitars: II. AndanteMaximo Diego Pujol, Giorgio Mirto, Victor Villadangos
Sonatina Caótica for Two Guitars: III. PrestoMaximo Diego Pujol, Giorgio Mirto, Victor Villadangos
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