Bolero

Canut Reyes | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 20, 1996)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Tudor
• ASIN: B000003WWP
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #844,797 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Bolero (Version I)

2. Gipsy Waltz

3. Ay No

4. Sueno De Amor

5. Con Tus Besos

6. L'Arlesienne

7. Enamorado Soy

8. Gitana Morena

9. Chanson De Bernadette

10. Soeares Tartarinos

11. Fandango Tanto Como

12. Bolero (Version II)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant representation of gypsy talent & passion, June 23, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Bolero (Audio CD)

Francois "Canut" Reyes is the "second voice" of the Gipsy Kings. Although his brother Nicholas' strong vocals lead out in many of the group's songs, and certainly brothers Andre & Patchai have solos sprinkled here & there, Canut's softer, huskier voice can be heard leading a few songs, and on this solo recording we can indulge in the full extent of his talent--vocals as well as guitar playing. Fortunately, there is a very noticeable lack of a band, allowing a nice, uncluttered presentation of Mr. Reyes' talent.

On this recording, you get Canut, a few back-up guys chanting comments, adding palmas & a minimum [but well-placed!] of percussion, and that's all. He 'covers' Ravel [Bolero, of course] and Bizet ["L'Arlesienne"] in true, proud gitane style. Hearing him makes one long to be by a campfire late at night, gathered with friends & family, singing & dancing and perhaps reflecting on love lost. . .

Also present on this recording, surprisingly, are a few selections with a woman leading out. Bernadette's melodies are quaint, at times raw in her cante jundo style, and touching -- "Chanson de Bernadette" is my favorite. Canut Reyes, however, is clearly the 'star' of this CD, and his talent and passion are undeniable. If you love the Gipsy Kings, "Bolero" is a must-have--and if you appreciate "Bolero", also check out the older recordings of the patriarch of the Reyes family with his sons, "Jose Reyes & Los Reyes" and recordings of related [in the familial sense as well!] artists

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, November 10, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Bolero (Audio CD)

This CD is a triumph. It is a magificent example of what comes from this region of France. Canut sings with a fire and a passion.
It is a must have for those who are interested in the Gipsy Kings and the music from their part of the world.