Miguel Llobet Solés

Miguel Llobet Solés, born in Barcelona, Spain, was a virtuoso classical guitarist whose name resonates through the annals of guitar history. A student of the legendary Francisco Tárrega, Llobet's mastery of the instrument led him to perform extensively across Europe and the Americas, captivating audiences with his technical prowess and musical sensitivity. Beyond his virtuosic performances, Llobet is celebrated for his arrangements of Catalan folk songs and his transcriptions of Isaac Albéniz's piano works for the guitar, which were later popularized by Andrés Segovia. His original compositions, such as "Romanza en DO menor" and "Variaciones sobre un tema de Sor," further cement his legacy as a composer of significant merit. Llobet's recordings, starting from 1925, are among the earliest examples of classical guitar music preserved on disc, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of his artistry.