Immerse yourself in the elegant and refined world of Fernando Sor with this captivating collection of classical guitar works. Released in 1999, this album showcases Sor's mastery of the guitar, featuring a selection of his most beloved compositions. The album opens with the enchanting "6 Waltzes, Book 1, Op. 17," followed by the equally charming "6 Waltzes, Book 2, Op. 18," each piece a testament to Sor's ability to craft melodies that are both technically impressive and deeply expressive.
The album also includes the delightful "6 Airs from The Magic Flute, Op. 19," where Sor masterfully adapts themes from Mozart's iconic opera into beautiful guitar pieces. These arrangements offer a unique perspective on familiar tunes, showcasing Sor's creativity and skill. Additionally, the album features the intricate "Air Varie," "6 Sets of Variations, Op. 20," and the evocative "Fantasias, Op. 21," each piece highlighting Sor's versatility and innovation as a composer.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of classical guitar music that will captivate both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre. Fernando Sor's compositions are performed with precision and passion, making this album a standout addition to any classical music collection.
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Tracks
6 Waltzes, Book 1, Op. 17: No. 1. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 1, Op. 17: No. 2. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 1, Op. 17: No. 3. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 1, Op. 17: No. 4. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 1, Op. 17: No. 5. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 1, Op. 17: No. 6. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
Air Varie: Air varieFernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 2, Op. 18: No. 1. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 2, Op. 18: No. 2. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 2, Op. 18: No. 3. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 2, Op. 18: No. 4. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 2, Op. 18: No. 5. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Waltzes, Book 2, Op. 18: No. 6. —Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Airs from the Magic Flute, Op. 19: No. 1. Marsch der Preister (Act II)Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Airs from the Magic Flute, Op. 19: No. 2. Seiduns zum zweiten Mal wilkommen (Act II)Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Airs from the Magic Flute, Op. 19: No. 3. Bewahret euch vor Weibertucken (Act II)Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Airs from the Magic Flute, Op. 19: No. 4. Das klinget so herrlich (Act I)Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Airs from the Magic Flute, Op. 19: No. 5. Konnte jeder brave Mann (Act I)Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Airs from the Magic Flute, Op. 19: No. 6. O Isis und Osiris! (Act II)Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa
6 Sets of variations, Op. 20: Introduction and Theme varie, Op. 20Fernando Sor, Margarita Escarpa