Description
The Legend of Alirio Díaz Vol. 2: Timeless Spanish Guitar Masterpieces | Classical Guitar CD
Product Information
UPC: 8021945003187
Product Type: CD
Genre: Classical Guitar Music, Spanish and Romantic Repertoire
Artist: Alirio Díaz (Venezuelan classical guitarist, 1923-2016)
Composers: Isaac Albéniz, Enrique Granados, Manuel de Falla, Joaquín Malats, Andrés Segovia, Joaquín Turina, Federico Moreno Torroba, Eduardo Sáinz de la Maza, Regino Sáinz de la Maza
Recording Details: Studio recordings from 1963, remastered; total duration approximately 60 minutes
Label: IDIS (Istituto Discografico Italiano)
Catalog Number: 6712
Format: Stereo CD with high-fidelity audio
Overview
"The Legend of Alirio Díaz Vol. 2" is a captivating classical guitar CD that celebrates the virtuosity of Venezuelan guitarist Alirio Díaz through a collection of evocative Spanish compositions. Recorded in 1963, this album features works by iconic composers like Albéniz, Granados, and de Falla, highlighting themes of passion, folklore, and elegance inherent in Spanish music. Díaz's interpretations bring a personal warmth and technical brilliance to each piece, making it an essential listen for guitar enthusiasts and those interested in the romantic traditions of Spanish classical music.
Product Features
Format and Audio Specifications
- Dimensions and Packaging: Standard CD format, compact and portable, with liner notes that include artist biographies and historical context for a deeper understanding.
- Audio Quality: Remastered digital transfer from original 1963 studio sessions, ensuring clear and resonant sound that captures the intimate nuances of solo guitar performance.
Content and Usability Details
- Duration and Track Count: Approximately 60 minutes across 16 tracks, offering a focused program ideal for solo listening or study.
- Language and Accessibility: All instrumental pieces with no vocals, drawing from Spanish musical idioms; accessible for listeners worldwide, with the guitar's expressive range making it suitable for both beginners and connoisseurs.
Interesting Facts
Alirio Díaz, a student of Andrés Segovia, was renowned for his interpretations of Spanish and Latin American guitar music, bringing a lyrical quality that blended technical prowess with emotional depth . This volume includes compositions like de Falla's "Homenaje," written as a tribute to Debussy, and Moreno Torroba's "Sonatina," which reflects the composer's love for Spanish dance forms. Notably, Díaz's 1963 recordings preserve a pivotal moment in guitar history, showcasing the influence of Segovia not only as a performer but also as a composer, and highlighting the cultural exchange between Spain and Latin America through music.
Track Listing
- Albéniz: Torre Bermeja
- Albéniz: Granada
- Albéniz: Sevilla
- Albéniz: Zambra granadina
- Granados: La Maya de Goya
- De Falla: Homenaje "Pour le tombeau de Debussy"
- Malats: Serenata española
- Segovia: Estudio "Remembranza"
- Turina: Fandanguillo
- Moreno Torroba: Sonatina – Movement I
- Moreno Torroba: Sonatina – Movement II
- Moreno Torroba: Sonatina – Movement III
- Eduardo Sáinz de la Maza: Campanas del alba
- Regino Sáinz de la Maza: El Vito
- Eduardo Sáinz de la Maza: Habanera
- Regino Sáinz de la Maza: Boceto andaluz
Publishers
Released by IDIS (Istituto Discografico Italiano) in a 2002 remastered edition, produced by Danilo Prefumo and Marco Bazzotti. All rights reserved; unauthorized copying or duplication is prohibited. Distributed under the Arts Archives series. For more information, contact IDIS or visit their official channels.
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