Latin American Guitar Music

Leo Brouwer (Composer), Abel Carlevaro (Composer), Jorge Morel (Composer), Marco Pereira (Composer), Astor Piazzolla (Composer), Maximo Diego Pujol (Composer), Dilermando Reis (Composer), Horacio Salgan (Composer), Angel Villoldo (Composer), Ricardo Cobo (Performer)

Product Details

• Performer: Ricardo Cobo
• Composer: Leo Brouwer, Abel Carlevaro, Jorge Morel, Marco Pereira, Astor Piazzolla, et al.
• Audio CD (November 18, 2003)
• SPARS Code: DDD
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Naxos
• ASIN: B0000DJEM7
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #23,959 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Editorial Reviews

Product Description

This recording presents a selection of some of the least and the best known exponents of twentieth century Latin-American guitar repertoire, among them the internationally renowned Argentinian composer Máximo Diego Pujol, whose Elegy for the death of a tanguero is an elegant homage to his compatriot, the father of the classical tango, Astor Piazzolla. Leo Brouwer is found in unusually lyrical mood and two of Piazzolla’s most popular songs are heard in an arrangement by Colombian-born guitarist Ricardo Cobo.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sensuous and poetic playing with amazing technique, August 17, 2004

By	Roxanne Crutcher "Roxy" (Las Vegas, NV, USA) - See all my reviews

Although I'm honestly tired of all the "Latin collection" CDs out there, this one is played by a "real" Latin and you can hear it from the first track. It is not only believable, but compelling. The poetry in Reis's two pieces (Track 2,3) is simply beautiful and Cobo's phrasing is refreshingly provocative rather than safe. This player's music is fluid, his sound silky and detailed, and his musical thinking exciting and natural. Although I have several versions of Piazzolla on guitar, these arrangements totally rock. Cobo's arrangement of "El Choclo" is dazzling, especially the last variation. Without saying more, every track on this recording is really special. Take it from a serious student of guitar and avid listener- this CD is a must-have if you like guitar.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great guitar CD, December 18, 2003

By	Steven Murphy (New Paltz, NY USA) - See all my reviews

I've been waiting for this CD to come out. It was worth the wait. The pieces are familiar Latin guitar music. The playing is the best I've ever heard on any Cobo recording. His Latin soul comes through in this recording. With his superior technique he gets an amazing sound out of the guitar. The richness of this music comes through more with each listening. Buy this CD! You won't regret it.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you like the tango or classical guitar, this is for you, December 14, 2003

By	Russ Hurlburt (Las Vegas) - See all my reviews

I had looked forward to Cobo's release of this collection of Latin American guitar music. There are few players on the planet who can match his technique and sound (he won the prestigious Guitar Federation of America Competition in 1987), and fewer yet with such direct ties to Latin American music (he's a native of Colombia and has received that country's highest honors for accomplishment in the arts). The CD doesn't disappoint. Much of the music is familiar to guitarists, although not all from guitar renditions (Cobo has transcribed some popular tangos from piano or other mediums). Cobo's talent is apparent and consistent throughout. If you like the tango or similar music, and/or if you like to hear the classical guitar played well, you'll like this recording.