Vangelis – El Greco / Audio Cassette

UPC 639842510745

Product Details:

• Label: EastWest
• Format: Cassette, Album
• Country: Europe
• Release Year: 1998
• Genre: Electronic, Classical

Overview:

"El Greco" is a unique and highly atmospheric album by Vangelis, inspired by the life and works of the famous Greek painter, El Greco. The album blends Vangelis' electronic compositions with classical elements, creating a soundscape that complements the dramatic and emotional intensity of El Greco's artwork. The movements reflect the varying moods and themes present in the painter’s creations, with a rich texture of vocal and instrumental arrangements. The soprano vocals by Montserrat Caballé and tenor vocals by Konstantinos Paliatsaras add a touch of grandeur to the composition.

Track Listing:

Side A:

1. Movement I – 10:04
2. Movement II – 5:19
3. Movement III – 6:49
4. Movement IV – 6:26
5. Movement V – 4:26

Side B:

1. Movement VI – 7:54
2. Movement VII – 3:20
3. Movement VIII – 9:44
4. Movement IX – 11:58
5. Movement X (Epilogue) – 7:00

Credits:

• Composed By, Arranged By, Producer, Performer: Vangelis
• Soprano Vocals: Montserrat Caballé
• Tenor Vocals: Konstantinos Paliatsaras
• Recorded By: Frederick Rousseau, Philippe Colonna
• Art Direction: Rob Dickins
• Design: Paul Chessell
• Cover Painting: El Caballero de la Mano en el Pecho by El Greco
• Painting Credits: El Greco