Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of Enrique Granados with the upcoming album "Spanienreise," set to release on October 10, 2025, under the esteemed label Ars Produktion. This captivating collection showcases Granados' mastery of Spanish musical traditions, featuring a rich tapestry of dances, waltzes, and character pieces that highlight the composer's unique voice and deep cultural roots.
The album opens with a selection from Granados' "12 Danzas españolas, Op. 37," including the lively "Fandango" and the graceful "Villanesca," arranged for guitar and double bass. These pieces are followed by the original composition "La próxima salida," which adds a touch of modernity to the traditional soundscape.
A significant portion of the album is dedicated to Granados' "8 Valses poeticos, H. 147," arranged for various combinations of guitar, mandolin, accordion, and double bass. These waltzes offer a delightful range of moods and tempos, from the melodic and noble to the humorous and lively, showcasing Granados' versatility and ingenuity.
The album also includes selections from "Cuentos de la juventud, Op. 1," such as "La mendiga" and "Dedicatoria," as well as pieces from "Suite castellana" and "Castillos de España," further enriching the musical journey through Granados' compositions.
With a total duration of 37 minutes, "Spanienreise" is a concise yet compelling exploration of Enrique Granados' musical legacy. This album is a testament to the composer's enduring influence and the timeless appeal of his music, making it a valuable addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
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Tracks
12 Danzas españolas, Op. 37, H. 142: No. 3, Fandango - Zarabanda (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous)Enrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
12 Danzas españolas, Op. 37, H. 142: No. 4, Villanesca (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous)Enrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
La próxima salidaJens-Uwe Popp
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar, Mandolin & Accordion by Anonymous): No. 1, MelodicoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Jochen Roß, Alexander Pankov
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Mandolin by Anonymous): No. 2, Tempo de vals nobleEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Jochen Roß
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous): No. 3, Tempo de vals lentoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Accordion by Anonymous): No. 4, Allegro humoristicoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Alexander Pankov
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Mandolin by Anonymous): No. 5, AllegrettoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Jochen Roß
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar by Anonymous): No. 6, Quasi ad libitumEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Mandolin by Anonymous): No. 7, VivoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Jochen Roß
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Accordion by Anonymous): No. 8a, PrestoEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Alexander Pankov
8 Valses poeticos, H. 147 (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous): No. 8b, Tempo de valsEnrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
Cuentos de la juventud, Op. 1, H. 39: No. 2, La mendiga (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous)Enrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
Suite castellana: II. AradaFederico Moreno Torroba, Jens-Uwe Popp
Castillos de España: No. 5, AlcañizFederico Moreno Torroba, Jens-Uwe Popp
Cuentos de la juventud, Op. 1, H. 39: No. 1, Dedicatoria (Arr. for Guitar & Double Bass by Anonymous)Enrique Granados, Jens-Uwe Popp, Florian Dohrmann
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