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Schumann: Arabeske Opus 18 In C Major
Robert Schumann
Playful melodies begin this intensely moving work. Schumann keeps the emotions ebbing and flowing as the dynamics rise and fall in this deeply accomplished composition which was written when he was just 29 years old.
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Chopin: Waltz Opus 69 No. 2 B Minor
Frederic Chopin
The minor key of this waltz gives the piece a melancholic, almost sad feel. The soloist plays at a medium tempo without straying too far from the initial melody, then a more optimistic section lifts the gloom before it returns to melancholy to finish.
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Iradier: La Paloma
Sebastian Iradier
A solo guitar piece with hugely Hispanic and Latin overtones. This habanera, (or dance of Havana), has a wonderful swaying theme which transports you to exotic places and bars. Great for travel sequences.
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Chopin: Etude Opus 10 No. 3 (tritesse)
Frederic Chopin
A serene start with beautiful melodies produces a sentimental and loving atmosphere. This contrasts with the more upbeat, almost dance-like passage which in turns into a dramatic, powerful and forceful section before returning to a calm ending.
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Liszt: Liebestraum No. 2
Franz Liszt
A mood of intense yet subdued emotion marks the overall feeling of the second Liebestraum composed by Liszt. More dynamic than the first and third parts it shows a less confident side whilst still retaining its passion and sentimentality.
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Grieg: Arietta Opus 12 No. 1
Edvard Grieg
Delicate and tender, this beautiful track conveys a longing hopefulness with a slight melancholic tinge. Slow and graceful, this was the very first work in the 'Lyric Pieces' first book by Grieg who regarded it as one of his finest melodies.
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Romance For Guitar (romanza)
Traditional
This is such a well known and popular guitar solo that it is remarkable that the composer is unknown. A positive Spanish feel to this track full of passion, love and affection.
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Satie: Gymnopedie No. 3
Erik Satie
Slow and grave, ('Lent et grave'), the third Gymnopodie is perhaps the most heartbreaking. The whole ambience is punctuated by mournful melodies that have become so popular in modern productions.
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Tarrega: Waltz Isabel
Francisco Tarrega
A delightful waltz for guitar by Francisco Terrega. Sweet and bright, the melodies jump around in a positive and upbeat way. The whole track is happy, lively and full of joy.
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Satie: Gnossienne No. 1
Erik Satie
Slow, ('Lent' in French), and free-flowing, this track evokes an almost daydream like state. This is the first of three works to be given the name Gnossienne name by Erik Satie to reflect this new style of composition.
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Carcassi: Etude Opus 60 No. 18
Matteo Carcassi
A classical guitar study by Italian composer Matteo Carcassi. Sprightly and sparkling, this delightful piece is great to convey playful scenes. Has a hint of nobility and grandeur about it.
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Beethoven: Moonlight Sonata 3rd Movement
Ludwig van Beethoven
A fast, dramatic and energetic end to the famous Moonlight Sonata, presto agitato - which means fast, in a hurry and agitated. The pianist gives a fantastic rendition of this high tempo work. Piano Sonata No. 14 Opus 27 No. 2.
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Albeniz: Asturias (leyenda)
Isaac Albeniz
Brooding and oozing passion, this cross between Spanish flamenco and classical styles is one of the most famous solo guitar pieces.
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Debussy: Arabesque No. 1
Claude Debussy
A beautiful, flowing introduction leads us into a magical fantasy. Sweet and tender, this is the first of Debussy's 'Deux Arabesques'. Written in E major and played at a slow tempo it gives a regal, emotional tone.
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Debussy: Arabesque No. 2
Claude Debussy
The second on Debussy's Arabesques is faster, brighter and more lively.
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