Libertango: Music of Astor Piazzolla

Gary Burton | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (April 4, 2000)
• Original Release Date: April 4, 2000
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Concord Records
• ASIN: B00004S968
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #178,494 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Technical Brilliance, October 3, 2000

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Kurt Harding "bon vivant" (Boerne TX) - See all my reviews
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When I saw the lineup of musicians Burton assembled for this album, I had to buy it. These are guys who play for the love and honor of the great master, not a bunch of egomaniacs eager to show what each can do alone. The technical brilliance of this album makes it seem like these musicians have been playing together for years, which in many instances is exactly the case. I was originally skeptical about how vibes would sound playing music as intricate as Piazzolla's, but I'm here to tell you it worked. Burton's playing does not overshadow the others, rather it complements their playing working particularly well on Fuga Y Misterio and Escualo. I am pleased to see the inclusion of Libertango which has become almost de rigeur for those seeking to interpret Astor's music. This music here is of a quality that you will be reaching for this CD for years to come. If you love Piazzolla, buy this CD today!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Passionate Vibes, July 14, 2000

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Dennis M. Clark (San Francisco, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Libertango: Music of Astor Piazzolla (Audio CD)

On one of his best recordings ever, Gary Burton proves that it's possible to play genuinely passionate music on the vibes. How such intense feeling and lyricism can emanate from a bunch of metal plates struck by hammers is a beautiful mystery. Of course, Burton gets some great assistance from an extraordinary team of virtuoso performers, and all of them are obviously committed to making Piazzolla's music remain a vital part of our musical heritage, combining raw excitement with meticulously executed performances. The perfect choices of tempo and phrasing all show how Burton's musical leadership has matured over the years, making this recording even better than his previous Piazzolla albums (which are also recommended). One of our greatest jazz players, Burton constantly dishes up surprises that transcend any musical category.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not the typical stuff you hear on the radio, May 1, 2000

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"chloe-kendahl" (CHICAGO) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Libertango: Music of Astor Piazzolla (Audio CD)

I love just about all music, but right now my favorite is jazz. I dance ballroom and Latin. This CD caught my eye on a feature display at a store. I previewed it and had to have it! With Gary Burton vibes and Argetinian tango music played by Piazzolla alumni musicians, it's a mesh of jazz and tango. Percussive, passinate, explosive, and progessive, it will make you want to turn up the volume and dance. This music is captivating and this CD will make you a devoted fan. It is lush and filled with ornamentation. There are feature solo spots in each piece. I particularly like Burton's vibe intro on 'Libertine' and the Pablos Ziegler piano solo on 'Adios Nonino'. I like that Burton allows this collection to be about the music and not just a vehicle for him to display vibe solos with backup musicians. Buy this CD! You will be mesmerized!