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Toru Takemitsu - Takemitsu: Complete Original Solo Guitar Works (LP)

Toru Takemitsu

2014
16 tracks
1 uur, 1 min
japanese classical

Takemitsu: Complete Original Solo Guitar Works

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the intricate and evocative world of Toru Takemitsu's complete original solo guitar works, meticulously compiled on this 2014 release from Naxos. Spanning a little over an hour, this album offers a comprehensive journey through the compositions of one of Japan's most celebrated 20th-century classical composers.

Takemitsu's mastery of blending Eastern and Western musical traditions is on full display, with pieces that range from the hauntingly beautiful "Subete wa usuakari no naka de (All in Twilight)" to the intricate "Folios" series. Each track is a testament to Takemitsu's unique ability to evoke deep emotions and vivid imagery through his music.

The album also features charming interpretations of popular songs by Lennon and McCartney, reimagined through Takemitsu's distinctive lens. From the tender "Yesterday" to the dreamy "Here, There and Everywhere," these pieces showcase Takemitsu's versatility and innovative approach to composition.

Whether you're a longtime admirer of Takemitsu's work or a newcomer to his music, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The album's thoughtful sequencing and impeccable performances make it a standout in the realm of Japanese classical music.

Tracks

Hika, "In Memoriam Toru Takemitsu"Leo Brouwer, Shin-ichi Fukuda
6:43
Folios: I. —Toru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
2:28
Folios: II. —Toru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
3:00
Folios: III. —Toru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
3:12
Subete wa usuakari no naka de (All in Twilight): I. —Toru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
2:25
Subete wa usuakari no naka de (All in Twilight): II. DarkToru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
2:38
Subete wa usuakari no naka de (All in Twilight): III. —Toru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
1:50
Subete wa usuakari no naka de (All in Twilight): IV. Slightly FastToru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
2:31
A Piece for Guitar, "For the Birthday of Sylvano Bussotti"Toru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
1:22
El arpa y la sombra, "Omaggio a Toru Takemitsu"Leo Brouwer, Shin-ichi Fukuda
9:03
EquinoxToru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
5:17
Mori no naka de (In the Woods): I. Wainscot Pond (after a painting by Cornelia Foss)Toru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
4:04
Mori no naka de (In the Woods): II. RosedaleToru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
4:14
Mori no naka de (In the Woods): III. Muir WoodsToru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
6:11
Gita no tame no juni no uta (12 Songs for Guitar): No. 5. Lennon / McCartney: Here, There and EverywhereToru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
2:55
Gita no tame no juni no uta (12 Songs for Guitar): No. 2. Lennon / McCartney: YesterdayToru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
3:17

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Takemitsu: Complete Original Solo Guitar Works
Artist: Toru Takemitsu
Album release date: 1 april 2014
Label: Naxos
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 1 min
Tracks: 16 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Japanese classical
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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