Latino-American Piano Music

On this CD:

1. A lenda do caboclo, for piano, A. 166
Composed by Heitor Villa-Lobos
Performed by Irma Ametrano

2. Impressões seresteiras, for piano (Ciclo Brasileiro No. 2), A. 374/2 Impressoes Seresteiras
Composed by Heitor Villa-Lobos
Performed by Irma Ametrano

3. Chôros No. 5, for piano, "Alma brasiliera", A. 207
Composed by Heitor Villa-Lobos
Performed by Irma Ametrano

4. Valsa de esquina No. 1 for piano
Composed by Francisco Mignone
Performed by Irma Ametrano

5. Valsa de esquina No. 2 for piano
Composed by Francisco Mignone
Performed by Irma Ametrano

6. Zenite, for piano, Op 141
Composed by Ernesto Nazareth
Performed by Irma Ametrano

7. Ameno resedá , polka for piano, Op 144
Composed by Ernesto Nazareth
Performed by Irma Ametrano

8. Estudio Arpegiado for piano
Composed by Eduard Fabini
Performed by Irma Ametrano

9. Triste No. 1 for piano
Composed by Eduard Fabini
Performed by Irma Ametrano

10. Malambo, for piano, Op. 7
Composed by Alberto Ginastera
Performed by Irma Ametrano

11. Milonga (arranged from "Canción del arbol olvido" Op.2), for piano
Composed by Alberto Ginastera
Performed by Irma Ametrano

12. Danzas argentinas, 3 pieces for piano, Op. 2
Composed by Alberto Ginastera
Performed by Irma Ametrano

13. Seis Sones Sencillos
Composed by Carlo [composer] Farina
Performed by Irma Ametrano

14. Aires Indios
Composed by Eduardo Caba
Performed by Irma Ametrano

15. Aires Indios
Composed by Eduardo Caba
Performed by Irma Ametrano

Tracks:

Danza Brasilera
Romance Criollo
Allegretto
Andante Espressivo
Allegro
Alfonsina Y El Mar
La Cuartelera
Choro De Saudade
Rebolico
Sons De Carrilhoes
Interrogando
Xodo Da Baiana
Se Ela Perguntar
Seis Por Derecho
Lejania
Choro No.1 For Guitar
Choros No.1, 'Tipico Brasileiro'
Milonga
Vals Peruano
Chopi
Scherzino Mexicano

Customer Reviews:

great performances of enjoyable pieces.......2006-03-11

David Russell is arguably the finest classical guitarist in the world, along with Manuel Barrueco and Paul Galbraith, and a few others. I have almost all Russell's CDs, and I enjoy them tremendously. Aire Latino is a collection of many of the best and most popular modern short pieces from Latin composers. Hearing his interpretation and flawless execution has rekindled my love for many of those pieces I once also played. Highly recommended!

It should have been earlier........2006-01-10

I mean the prize, of course. It's no doubt that David Russell is the best(not one of) when referring to 19th century(or style) music on classical guitar. In this album, every small piece is so attractive because of the romantic aspect in guitar, in
David. I own all the albums of David Russell. Although this one is not the best,it definitely deserve the prize, price and praize from guitar lovers from all over the world.

Thoughtful, Sensitive, and Skillful.......2005-08-08

This is a great performance for the very versatile David Russell. His playing is thoughtful and expressive, but also sensitive and not overly extraverted. His use of rubato is excellent on most tracks, and his constant contrast of dynamics, as well as vibrato, give the pieces on this album real life and emotion.

I had been performing 5 of the tracks on this album when it came out, so I can attest to the difficulty of many of these pieces, especially all three movements of the Morel "Sonatina." I can also say that his performances of these is very true; I could hear no incorrect notes , with the exception of some added notes in the first movement of "Sonatina," which I have since adopted myself for my own performance. His expressive interpretation is likewise impeccable on these tracks.

This record would be a great purchase for anyone interested in classical guitar, whether they are just getting into the genre or already have a large collection, or anyone interested in Latin American art music.

Transcendent Pleasure.......2005-04-26

Perfect! One will very rarely discover an album as finely constructed as this. The performer stands at the pinnacle of his profession, one who demonstrates mastery of the instrument and intimate understanding of the music. The selections are interesting, fresh and never boring. There is delight in the listening from beginning to end. Mr. Russell is quite simply astonishing as he unerringly takes the listener on a journey of unalloyed beauty. This is a disc you will relish again and again. If you love the guitar, you must have it.

A Wonderful CD!.......2005-02-17

A wonderful, beautiful CD. The fact that the music is all inter-related creates a beautiful atmosphere while listening. I know enough to know that this type of artistic endeavor is a collaboration; so kudos to David Russell, producer Rosalind Ilett and engineer Thomas Knab! I understand that this team has worked on many of David Russell's amazing recordings.

All American: Works for Violin and Organ, Vol. 5

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All American: Works for Violin and Organ, Vol. 5

Manufacturer: Raven Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music
ASIN: B00009RXI4
Release Date: 2003-06-24

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Not a single ordinary note! Exquisite music from down under

Latino-American Piano Music

Manufacturer: Mandala
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Polkas | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Classical | Styles | Music
ASIN: B00000DLYE
Release Date: 1998-11-10

Customer Reviews:

Not a single ordinary note! Exquisite music from down under.......2002-08-17

Yes, there is hardly an ordinary note on this entire CD, which highlights piano miniatures of seven Latin American composers. Unfortunately, many Latin American composers do not receive their due in the U.S.: their music is often criticized for incorporating too many folk elements, and therefore is not taken seriously as recital fare. While all these pieces are rather short (the longest is under 8 minutes), these are moving and stylish perfromances which eloquently portray the beautiful Latin American heritage and have intellectual appeal.

The three works here by Villa-Lobos are pensive and dreamy; Mignone's two 'Valsas de esquina' draw upon the European waltz tradition breathing spanish spirit into this most trite of genres. The two pieces by Nazareth are playful and just might make you bob your head or swing a bit to the rhythm. More contemporary sounds are delivered in the music of Ginastera, who is regarded as Argentina's most accomplished composer. Eduardo Caba makes gestures from Latin American Indian heritage with various modal and pentatonic passages.

And on down the list... the selections of music are wonderfully chosen and well played by pianist Irma Ametrano. Whether you've heard of these guys or not (I had only heard of two of the seven composers before I found this CD), their music will be sure to win your heart.

While these composers draw upon the tradition of Western European music (you will certainly hear echoes of Chopin, Liszt, and maybe others in the piano writing), they are true to the rhythms, melodies, and harmonies of their own culture. I wish this were a double CD set: the program notes state that these composers have written a lot more piano music than what is presented here.

This album will provide many hours of fulfilling listening enjoyment.

Latino-American Piano Music-Vol. 2
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Latino-American Piano Music-Vol. 2
Ametrano , Mignone , Aguirre , Villa-Lobos , and Ponce
Manufacturer: Mandala
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Classical | Styles | Music
General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music
ASIN: B00004Y9VY
Release Date: 2000-09-12