Vicky Cristina Barcelona [SOUNDTRACK]

Isaac Albeniz (Composer), Biel Ballester (Composer), Paco de Lucia (Composer), Juan Serrano (Composer), Giulia / Alemany, Maik / Mazzoni, Alejandro / Tellarini (Composer), Catalan Traditional (Composer), Stephane Wrembel (Composer), Biel Ballester Trio (Performer), Stephane Wrembel Trio (Performer), Emilio de Benito (Performer), Graci Pedro (Performer), Jean-Felix Lalanne (Performer), Juan Quesada (Performer), Juan Serrano (Performer), Leo Hipaucha (Performer), Muriel Anderson (Performer), Paco de Lucia (Performer), Giulia Tellarini (Performer)

Product Details

• Performer: Biel Ballester Trio, Stephane Wrembel Trio, Emilio de Benito, Graci Pedro, Jean-Felix Lalanne, et al.
• Composer: Isaac Albeniz, Biel Ballester, Paco de Lucia, Juan Serrano, Giulia / Alemany, Maik / Mazzoni, Alejandro / Tellarini, et al.
• Audio CD (August 12, 2008)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Soundtrack
• Label: Telarc
• ASIN: B001CT05W6
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,159 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Editorial Reviews

From the Artist

"I knew I wanted Spanish music for Vicky Cristina Barcelona, but I didn't know any Spanish music," says Allen. "I nosed around and picked up a few stray items here and there, and by compiling the tunes of a few known players and composers with the tunes of relative unknowns, found myself with one of the most lovely scores in all of my films. It's an eclectic mix, to be sure, but mostly Spanish and reflecting the feeling of Spain - or certainly Barcelona as I've portrayed it."

Product Description

Barcelona has long been considered one of the most romantic cities in the world - a place where the human heart has been known to explore new and uncharted territory, leaving any preconceptions about passion and romance forever changed. The city's timeless mystique makes it the perfect setting for director Woody Allen's newest film, Vicky Cristina Barcelona, a breezy romantic comedy starring Javier Bardem, Penélope Cruz and Scarlett Johansson.

The film's eclectic mix of music reflects the storyline's passionate yet lighthearted tone. The bouncy, Spanish-sung title song, "Barcelona," was written and recorded by Giulia y los Tellarini, a little-known indie band from Barcelona.

As might be expected from a collection of Spanish music, instrumental guitar pieces make up the lion's share of the soundtrack.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Playful and Fun, February 13, 2009

By	Siegrid Thorsted "Chateau St. Julien" (Sherman Oaks, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This cd has a great collection of Spanish Guitar classics from the masters (Juan Serrano, Isaac Albeniz, Paco de Lucia, Andres Segovia) and some great contemporary artists, as well. This soundtrack is fun, playful and sometimes blatantly passionate, bringing back great memories from Woody Allen's sexy film. Makes for delightful background music at parties, good company in the car or to be enjoyed with great focus on the ipod. I received this cd 3 weeks ago and I haven't been able to stop listening to it!!!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Romantic and Beautiful, October 26, 2008

By	Sonia Alvarado "Tacones in L.A." (Los Angeles CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

After seeing the movie, I had to check out the soundtrack to keep the romantic vibe from the movie going! I was not disappointed! Great music, all different and yet it all works.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous Gypsy Guitars!, November 12, 2008

By	Micki Sackler "movie maven" (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Whether or not you like the movie (I do) you'll certainly want to order the soundtrack immediately after seeing the film. It would have been an entirely different movie with different music. Assuming you like gorgeous, lilting guitars and Spanish & Gypsy jazz, you couldn't possibly be disappointed. FYI, one of my favorite pieces on the soundtrack ("Big Brother") can also be found on a recording by the artist: Gypsy Rumble, the new release from The Stephane Wremble Trio with special guest David Grisman. Not only is Wremble a phenomenal guitarist but if you don't know about David Grisman, you haven't heard just how hard a mandolin can swing. [The Insert-A-Product link couldn't or wouldn't find it, even though it is here on Amazon at: http://www.amazon.com/Gypsy-Rumble-Stephane-Wrembel-Trio/dp/B001GZ6Q60/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1226549383&sr=1-1] Enjoy!