Julian Bream's "Ultimate Guitar Collection, Volume 2" is a captivating journey through the realms of medieval and classical music, released on August 4, 2000, under the prestigious RCA Red Seal label. This album is a testament to Bream's virtuosity and his deep connection with the guitar, offering a diverse range of compositions that showcase his technical prowess and artistic sensitivity.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, the album features a meticulously curated selection of pieces, including sonatinas, caprichos, preludes, and concertos. Notable tracks such as "Capricho árabe," "Sonatina, Op. 52, No. 1: Allegretto," and "Fantasía para un gentilhombre: VI. Canario" highlight Bream's ability to bring out the unique character and emotional depth of each composition. The inclusion of works by renowned composers, such as the Guitar Quintet in D Major by Luigi Boccherini and the Lute Suite No. 1 in E Minor by Johann Sebastian Bach, adds a layer of historical and cultural richness to the album.
Bream's interpretations are marked by their clarity, precision, and expressive nuance, making this album a delightful exploration of the guitar's versatility. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Ultimate Guitar Collection, Volume 2" offers a rewarding listening experience that celebrates the timeless beauty of these musical masterpieces.
(P) 2000 BMG Entertainment
Tracks
Sonatina in A: AllegrettoFederico Moreno Torroba, Julian Bream
Concerto in B-Flat for Two Lutes, Strings, and Recorders, Op. 4, No. 6: AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Julian Bream, John Eliot Gardiner, Robert Spencer, Monteverdi Orchestra, Nicholas Kraemer
The Woods So WildWilliam Byrd, Julian Bream
5 Preludes, W419: No. 3 in A MinorHeitor Villa-Lobos, Julian Bream
Guitar Quintet in D Major, G. 448 (Arranged for Guitar by Julian Bream): FandangoLuigi Boccherini, Julian Bream
Segovia, Op. 29Albert Roussel, Julian Bream
El Maestro: Fantasía XXIILuis de Milán, Julian Bream
Concerto in G Major for Two Lutes and Strings, RV 532: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Julian Bream, John Eliot Gardiner, Monteverdi Orchestra, Robert Spencer
Suite Compostelana: PreludioFederico Mompou, Julian Bream
Guitar Sonata in C Major, Op. 25 "Grand Sonata No. 2": II. Andantino graziosoFernando Sor, Julian Bream
FantasíaAlonso Mudarra, Julian Bream
Lute Suite No. 1 in E Minor, BWV 996: V. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Julian Bream
Lute Suite No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 997: IV. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Julian Bream