{"product_id":"4945604733366","title":"Brasil Guitar Duo - Leo Brouwer: Leo Blowell - Import CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrasil Guitar Duo\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis album features “Works for Two Guitars” by Cuban composer and guitarist Leo Brouwer (1939–). His passionate works, which at times employ avant-garde techniques while skillfully incorporating Cuban folk music, are widely loved by Japanese guitarists. Since the 19th century—the era of Sor and Giuliani—the possibilities of “music for two guitars” have been explored, and various composers have worked to expand the repertoire. Consequently, as master musicians—led by Julian Bream and John Williams—actively performed these works, an even more diverse range of compositions emerged. This piece by Brouwer is also a part of that captivating repertoire, and listeners are sure to enjoy a richness of tone that feels almost like listening to an orchestra. The tracks on this album are arranged chronologically, and as the album draws to a close, the music becomes increasingly versatile. Additionally, the “Sonata for a Traveler” is known for having been world-premiered by the renowned Japanese virtuoso Shinichi Fukuda. The “Brazil Guitar Duo,” whose harmonious ensemble you’ll hear here, is a highly skilled group that won first prize at the 2006 Artist Guild International Competition. They are also known for premiering numerous commissioned works.\nNaxos Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naxos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53539261055265,"sku":"4945604733366","price":2690.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8482\/2076\/files\/4945604733366.jpg?v=1789970999","url":"https:\/\/cdsvinyljapan.com\/products\/4945604733366","provider":"CDs Vinyl Japan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}