Sharon Isbin, the Grammy Award-winning classical guitarist, presents a remarkable compilation of guitar masterworks with her album "Great Masterworks of the Guitar." Released on August 22, 2011, under Warner Classics, this album spans an impressive three hours and thirty-two minutes, offering a rich and diverse exploration of the guitar repertoire.
Isbin's virtuosity shines through in her interpretations of timeless pieces, including Joaquín Rodrigo's iconic "Concierto de Aranjuez" and "Fantasía para un gentilhombre," which showcase her technical brilliance and expressive depth. The album also features works by other notable composers such as Heitor Villa-Lobos, Isaac Albéniz, William Walton, and Benjamin Britten, each contributing to the album's eclectic and engaging character.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Nocturnal after John Dowland" by Britten to the lively and rhythmic "Asturias" by Albéniz, Isbin navigates a wide range of styles and moods with finesse. The inclusion of works by contemporary composers like Joseph Schwantner and Carlos Rafael Rivera adds a modern touch to the collection, highlighting Isbin's versatility and adventurous spirit.
This album is a testament to Sharon Isbin's artistry and her dedication to the guitar. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Great Masterworks of the Guitar" offers a captivating journey through some of the most celebrated and enduring pieces in the guitar's repertoire.
Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjuez: I. Allegro con spiritoJoaquín Rodrigo, Sharon Isbin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, Lawrence Foster
Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjuez: II. AdagioJoaquín Rodrigo, Sharon Isbin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, Lawrence Foster
Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjuez: III. Allegro gentileJoaquín Rodrigo, Sharon Isbin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, Lawrence Foster
Rodrigo: Fantasía para un gentilhombre: I. Villano y RicercareJoaquín Rodrigo, Sharon Isbin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, Lawrence Foster
Rodrigo: Fantasía para un gentilhombre: II. EspañoletaJoaquín Rodrigo, Sharon Isbin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, Lawrence Foster
Rodrigo: Fantasía para un gentilhombre: III. Fanfare de la caballeria de NapolesJoaquín Rodrigo, Sharon Isbin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, Lawrence Foster
Rodrigo: Fantasía para un gentilhombre: IV. Danza de las hachasJoaquín Rodrigo, Sharon Isbin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, Lawrence Foster
Rodrigo: Fantasía para un gentilhombre: V. CanarioJoaquín Rodrigo, Sharon Isbin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, Lawrence Foster
Schwantner: From Afar…Joseph Schwantner, Sharon Isbin, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Sainz de la Maza: ZapateadoRegino Sáinz de la Maza, Sharon Isbin
Rodrigo: Invocación y danzaJoaquín Rodrigo, Sharon Isbin
Barrios Mangoré: La catedral: II. Andante religiosoAgustín Barrios Mangoré, Sharon Isbin
Barrios Mangoré: La catedral: III. Allegro solemneAgustín Barrios Mangoré, Sharon Isbin
De Abreu: QuejasPaz Abreu, Sharon Isbin
Jobim: Road to the SunAntônio Carlos Jobim, Sharon Isbin
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