Andrés Segovia, the legendary Spanish guitarist, continues to enchant audiences even decades after his recordings were made. "SEGOVIA, Andres: 1950s American Recordings, Vol. 2" is a captivating collection of classical guitar pieces, showcasing Segovia's unparalleled mastery and artistry. Released on Naxos in 2007, this album is a testament to Segovia's enduring influence on the world of classical music.
Spanning a diverse repertoire, the album features works by composers such as Mozart, Paganini, Mendelssohn, and Schubert, all masterfully arranged for the guitar by Segovia himself. The tracklist includes sonatas, variations, divertimentos, and études, each piece performed with Segovia's signature elegance and precision. Notable highlights include the "Guitar Sonata, Op. 25, 'Grand Sonata No. 2'" and the "Variations on a theme by Mozart, Op. 9," both of which demonstrate Segovia's technical prowess and musical sensitivity.
With a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, this album offers a rich and immersive listening experience. Segovia's recordings from the 1950s capture the essence of his playing style, which has inspired generations of guitarists. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Segovia or a newcomer to classical guitar music, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
2007 Naxos2007 Naxos
Tracks
Guitar Sonata, Op. 25, "Grand Sonata No. 2": II. Allegro non troppoFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
Guitar Sonata, Op. 25, "Grand Sonata No. 2": IV. MinuetFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
Variations on a theme by Mozart, Op. 9Fernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
Grande Guitar Sonata No. 1 in C Major, Op. 22: III. MenuettoFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
6 Divertimentos, Op. 2: No. 3, AndantinoFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
2 Thème Variées et 12 Minuets, Op. 11: Theme varies et 12 Minuets, Op. 11: Minuet No. 5 in D MajorFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
Guitar Sonata No. 1 in D Major, Op. 14 "Gran Solo": Guitar Sonata No. 1 in D Major, Op. 14, "Gran Solo"Fernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
Folies d'Espagne et un menuet, Op. 15a: Menuet in E MajorFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
2 Thème Variées et 12 Minuets, Op. 11: Theme varies et 12 Minuets, Op. 11: Minuet No. 6 in A MajorFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
12 Studies, Op. 6: No. 12 in A MajorFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
Études, Op. 29: 12 Studies, Op. 29: No. 11 in G MajorFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
Exercise, Op. 35: 24 Studies, Op. 35, "Exercises": No. 22 in E MinorFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
12 Studies, Op. 6: No. 6 in A MajorFernando Sor, Andrés Segovia
Guitar Sonata, Op. 15: I. Allegro spiritosoMauro Giuliani, Andrés Segovia
Andantino variato on a theme by PaganiniManuel Ponce, Andrés Segovia
Piano Sonata No. 18 in G Major, Op. 78, D. 894, III. Minuet: Piano Sonata No. 18 in G Major, Op. 78, D. 894: III. Menuetto (Arr. A. Segovia for guitar)Franz Schubert, Andrés Segovia
Lieder ohne Worte (Songs without Words), Book 1, Op. 19b, No. 6 in G Minor, Op. 19b, No. 6, "Venezianisches Gondellied": Songs without Words, Book 1, Op. 19: No. 6, "Venetian Gondola Song" [arr. A. Segovia for guitar]Felix Mendelssohn, Andrés Segovia
Prelude No. 7 in A Major, Op. 28, No. 7 (Arr. A. Segovia for guitar)Frédéric Chopin, Andrés Segovia
String Quartet No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 12: II. Canzonetta (Arr. A. Segovia for guitar)Felix Mendelssohn, Andrés Segovia
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