Grondona - Nocturnal
) | Label: STRADIVARIUS Catalog: STV33954 Format: CD Grondona, Stefano:guitarA homage to Julian Bream for his 80th birthday and to the music that was created for him. The CD collects some of the most important pieces for guitar of the 20th century performed by Stefano Grondona, who plays three legendary guitars (one of which belonged to Julian Bream himself) made by Jose Romanillos, who has also turned 80. All the compositions have been important milestones in Stefano Grondona’s career and he shows this in his astonishing interpretations. This album contains one of the best versions of Benjamin Britten’s 'Nocturnal' ever recorded. Benjamin Britten was born 100 years ago and 'Nocturnal after John Dowland' was written 50 years ago: this CD is a perpetual celebration. BBC Music Magazine October 2013 **** “[Grondona] highlights the wor of the celebrated luthier Jose Romanillos, playing three of his instruments, as well as one used by Bream while at the height of his career. The resulting performances have an exceptionally warm, mellifluous sound.”  Price: $25.98 |