Xavier Díaz-Latorre – Sor: Pièces pour la guitare (2024)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/96 kHz | Time – 01:12:36 minutes | 1,18 GB | Genre: Classical
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Fernando Sor, an unparalleled figure in the classical guitar world, revolutionized guitar composition by emulating the rich textures of orchestral music. Educated at the prestigious Escolania de Montserrat and guided by Father Anselm Viola, Sor’s works reflect his profound understanding of counterpoint and polyphony, reminiscent of Haydn’s influence. His innovative techniques, from the use of natural harmonics to polyphonic textures, transformed the guitar into an instrument capable of producing a spectrum of orchestral sounds. This album with Xavier Díaz Latorre features some of Sor’s most exquisite pieces, including Les Folies d’Espagne, Op. 15 and Variations Brillantes sur un Air Favori de Mozart, Op. 9, showcasing his compositional brilliance and the evocative power of his music. Each track is a testament to Sor’s legacy, blending classical elegance with expressive depth, offering listeners an extraordinary auditory experience.
Tracklist:
1-01. Xavier Díaz-Latorre – Fantaisie villageoise, Op. 52 (Andantino – Danse – Prière – Allegro) (11:00)
1-02. Xavier Díaz-Latorre – Les folies d’Espagne, Op. 15a (Thème – Variations I, II, III, IV – Menuet) (04:34)
1-03. Xavier Díaz-Latorre – Introduction and Variations on “Que ne suis-je la fougère!” in A Minor, Op. 26 (Introduction – Thème – Variations I, II, III, IV) (05:45)
1-04. Xavier Díaz-Latorre – Fantaisie and Variations brillantes in E Minor, Op. 30 (Introduction – Thème – Variations I, II, III, IV – Finale) (12:06)
1-05. Xavier Díaz-Latorre – Guitar Sonata in C Major, Op. 15b, “Sonata seconda pour la Guitare” (Allegretto) (08:40)
1-06. Xavier Díaz-Latorre – 6 Divertissements, Op. 2: No. 3, Andantino (03:05)
1-07. Xavier Díaz-Latorre – Morceaux de concert, Op. 54 (Introduction – Thème – Variations I, II, III, IV, V, VI – Allegro) (17:07)
1-08. Xavier Díaz-Latorre – Introduction and Variations on a Theme by Mozart in E Major, Op. 9 (Introduction – Thème – Variations I, II, III, IV, V) (08:51)
1-09. Xavier Díaz-Latorre – 24 Exercices très faciles & soigneusement doigtés, Op. 35: No. 17 in D Major. Estudio (Moderato) (01:26)