Description
Christmas with Los Romeros | Audio CD
Product Information
- Title: Christmas with Los Romeros
- Artist: Los Romeros (Pepe, Celin, Lito, Celino & Angel Romero)
- Ensemble: Accompanied by the Spanish string orchestra Concerto Málaga
- Conductor/Composer (Guest): Massimo Paris
- Label: Deutsche Grammophon
- Format: CD
- UPC: 028947793656
- Recorded At: Sala Maria Cristina, Málaga
- Year: 2011
- Total Time: 66:00
Overview
"Christmas with Los Romeros" is the first Christmas album in the celebrated 50-year recording career of Los Romeros, known as "The Royal Family of the Guitar." This festive release brings together timeless holiday favorites spanning four centuries, featuring exquisite arrangements of carols, selections from Handel's Messiah, and an original X'mas Suite composed and conducted by Massimo Paris. Joined by special guest Angel Romero and supported by the renowned Spanish string orchestra Concerto Málaga, Los Romeros deliver a sublime and heartfelt celebration of the Christmas season.
Spanish Translation - Overview (Resumen)
"Christmas with Los Romeros" es el primer álbum navideño en la ilustre carrera de 50 años de Los Romeros, conocidos como "La Familia Real de la Guitarra." Este lanzamiento festivo reúne clásicos navideños atemporales de cuatro siglos, con arreglos exquisitos de villancicos, selecciones del Mesías de Händel y una suite navideña original compuesta y dirigida por Massimo Paris. Con la colaboración especial de Angel Romero y el apoyo de la reconocida orquesta de cuerdas española Concerto Málaga, Los Romeros ofrecen una celebración sublime y sentida de la temporada navideña.
Product Features
Format & Technical Details
- Audio Quality: Premium digital audio recording ensuring immaculate sound
- Performance Style: A blend of solo guitar virtuosity and orchestral accompaniment
- Repertoire Highlights:
- Arrangements of traditional carols such as “Joy to the World,” “Silent Night,” and “The Little Drummer Boy”
- Selections from Handel’s Messiah, including “For unto us a Child is born” and “Hallelujah”
- Classical pieces like Schubert's “Ave Maria” and Bach/Gounod’s “Ave Maria”
- Contemporary contributions including Massimo Paris' X'mas Suite and selections like “Christmas Time is Here”
Notable Collaborations
- Guest Appearance: Angel Romero joins for selected tracks, adding extra brilliance to the ensemble
- Orchestral Support: Concerto Málaga provides lush string arrangements that beautifully complement the guitar quartet’s performance
- Conductor-Composer: Massimo Paris infuses the album with innovative touches through his X'mas Suite, blending traditional and modern elements.
Track Listing
- HANDEL: For unto us a Child is born (Messiah)
- KIRKPATRICK: Away in a Manger
- TRADITIONAL: Joy to the World
- SCHUBERT: Ave Maria
- HANDEL: Hallelujah (Messiah)
- LEONTOVYCH: Carol of the Bells
- TRADITIONAL: EI Noi de la Mare
- TRADITIONAL: Silent Night
- TRADITIONAL: The Little Drummer Boy
- PRAETORIUS: Es ist ein' Ros' entsprungen (O Come, O Come)
- PARIS: X'mas Suite
- GUARALDI/MENDELSON: Christmas Time is Here
- BACH/GOUNOD: Ave Maria
- TRADITIONAL: O Christmas Tree - We Wish You a Merry Christmas
Interesting Facts
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A Historic Milestone:
This is the first Christmas album released in the 50-year recording history of Los Romeros, marking a significant milestone for the legendary guitar ensemble. -
Timeless and Eclectic Repertoire:
The album spans four centuries of music, featuring both traditional carols and classical masterpieces alongside innovative contemporary works, appealing to a wide range of musical tastes. -
Artistic Brilliance:
Los Romeros, accompanied by the Spanish string orchestra Concerto Málaga and enriched by guest Angel Romero, create a multi-layered, dynamic performance that captures the spirit of the festive season with warmth and sophistication.
Spanish Translation - Datos Interesantes
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Hito Histórico:
Este es el primer álbum navideño lanzado en los 50 años de carrera de Los Romeros, marcando un hito importante para este legendario cuarteto de guitarra. -
Repertorio Atemporal y Ecléctico:
El álbum abarca cuatro siglos de música, combinando villancicos tradicionales y obras maestras clásicas con propuestas contemporáneas innovadoras, atrayendo a un público musical diverso. -
Brillantez Artística:
Los Romeros, acompañados por la orquesta de cuerdas española Concerto Málaga y enriquecidos por la colaboración especial de Angel Romero, ofrecen una interpretación dinámica y multifacética que captura el espíritu de la temporada festiva con calidez y sofisticación.
Publishers & Production Credits
- Label: Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Berlin (A Universal Music Company)
- Produced by: Deutsche Grammophon in collaboration with Los Romeros
- Photography: Cover & Inside Back Cover Photo by Fotolla; Back Cover Photo by Harald Hoffmann
- Distribution: Made in the EU
- Websites:Contact: +00289 477 9365
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Spanish:
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