Embark on a captivating journey through the rich musical landscapes of Spain with Enrique Granados' "Spanienreise," set to release on October 10, 2025, under the esteemed Ars Produktion label. This enchanting album, spanning 37 minutes, is a testament to Granados' mastery of Spanish musical traditions, offering a diverse collection of his most beloved works, expertly arranged for various instrumental combinations.
The album opens with selections from Granados' "12 Danzas españolas, Op. 37," featuring the fiery "Fandango" and the elegant "Villanesca," both masterfully arranged for guitar and double bass. The heart of the album lies in the "8 Valses poeticos, H. 147," a set of eight poetic waltzes that showcase Granados' lyrical genius and emotional depth. These waltzes, arranged for various combinations of guitar, mandolin, accordion, and double bass, offer a delightful range of moods and tempos, from the melancholic "Tempo de vals lento" to the playful "Allegro humoristico."
"Spanienreise" also includes selections from Granados' "Cuentos de la juventud, Op. 1," with the tender "Dedicatoria" and the dramatic "La mendiga," both arranged for guitar and double bass. The album concludes with two more gems: the rustic "Arada" from the "Suite castellana" and the evocative "Alcañiz" from "Castillos de España."
Enrique Granados, a pivotal figure in Spanish music, is renowned for his ability to capture the essence of his country's rich musical heritage. "Spanienreise" is a celebration of his enduring legacy, offering a captivating exploration of his most cherished compositions. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado of classical music or a newcomer eager to discover the wonders of Spanish music, this album is sure to enchant and inspire.
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Tracks
12 Danzas españolas, Op. 37, H. 142: No. 3, Fandango - Zarabanda (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous)Enrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
12 Danzas españolas, Op. 37, H. 142: No. 4, Villanesca (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous)Enrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
La próxima salidaJens-Uwe Popp
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar, Mandolin & Accordion by Anonymous): No. 1, MelodicoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Jochen Roß, Alexander Pankov
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Mandolin by Anonymous): No. 2, Tempo de vals nobleEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Jochen Roß
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous): No. 3, Tempo de vals lentoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Accordion by Anonymous): No. 4, Allegro humoristicoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Alexander Pankov
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Mandolin by Anonymous): No. 5, AllegrettoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Jochen Roß
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar by Anonymous): No. 6, Quasi ad libitumEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Mandolin by Anonymous): No. 7, VivoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Jochen Roß
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Accordion by Anonymous): No. 8a, PrestoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Alexander Pankov
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous): No. 8b, Tempo de valsEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
Cuentos de la juventud, Op. 1, H. 39: No. 2, La mendiga (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous)Enrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
Suite castellana: II. AradaFederico Moreno Torroba, Jens-Uwe Popp
Castillos de España: No. 5, AlcañizFederico Moreno Torroba, Jens-Uwe Popp
Cuentos de la juventud, Op. 1, H. 39: No. 1, Dedicatoria (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous)Enrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann