F. Sor - 20 Studies for Guitar - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Even in the extensive library of little-known composers whose music has found a niche on Brilliant Classics, the name of Bianca Maria Meda (1661-1732/33) counts as obscure. Little is known about Meda other than the scant details printed on the title page of the edition of these motets, printed in 1691 her name; her title donna (indicating her position as professa in a Benedictine convent); and the name of the monastery where she lived San Martino del Leano, in Pavia. She probably took holy orders as a teenager, and she was followed by several other members of her family. These motets are sacred but not designed for liturgical use, setting first-person texts (possibly by Meda herself) on themes such as the renunciation of worldly pleasures, an ardent love for Jesus the bridegroom, and requests for intercession by Mary, the Queen of Heaven. The wide range of the vocal lines, as well as the difficulty of the vocal and instrumental parts, indicate that both singers and instrumentalists in Meda's convent were highly skilled. Although the scores can be performed by a mixed voice ensemble, this recording restores them to the kind of performance that would have been heard in the convent of San Martino del Leano, with a light instrumental ensemble accompanying an all-female choir. The album is an absorbing sequel to Capella Artemisia's debut on Brilliant Classics with 'Weep and Rejoice,' also reviving little-known Italian 17th- and 18th- century composers. InchThe musical range and dramatic impetus present in these performances by Cappella Artemisia is quite extraordinary. [...] Many [names of composers] are obscure and richly deserve this superb reading. [...] The all-female vocalists (predominantly native Italian speakers) work in various permutations and when en masse produce an appealing rich sound [...] Wholeheartedly recommended.Inch (Early Music Today) Album Tracks

Angelo Gilardino has done much to advance the classical guitar in recent years, both as a performer and as a composer. His concertos, sonatas, and sets of variations all testify to a bright and airily melodic style, and a series of studies show his commitment to the generations of classical guitarists to come. This set of 20 easy studies is aimed at the new or young student and teaches many technical basics while also immersing the student in the immensely rewarding beauty of the instrument. Album Tracks 1. Study No. 1 Stendardo 2. Study No. 2 Nuvole 3. Study No. 3 Sera 4. Study No. 4 Gloria 5. Study No. 5 Scolastica 6. Study No. 6 Notte 7. Study No. 7 Saturno 8. Study No. 8 Papillon 9. Study No. 9 Fontanella 10. Study No. 10 Domande 11. Study No. 11 Unruhe 12. Study No. 12 Tropicale 13. Study No. 13 Tombeau 14. Study No. 14 Burlesca 15. Study No. 15 Pastorale 16. Study No. 16 Escheriana 17. Study No. 17 Tzigane 18. Study No. 18 Zivago 19. Study No. 19 Ghirlanda 20. Study No. 20 Ventanas

Love Psychedelico is celebrating their 25th anniversary.Under the supervision of KUMI & NAOKI, they have decided to 7 original albums on vinyl.Their 6th album, released in 2013, was a return to their starting point, as they looked back on themselves as musicians.SonglistA1. No ReasonA2. Calling YouA3. Beautiful WorldA4. Shining OnA5. It's YouA6. It's Ok, I'm AlrightB1. Good To Me (Album Version)B2. Almost HeavenB3. Good Days AheadB4. Dry Town -Theme of Zero-B5. Favorite MomentB6. Bye Bye Shadow