{"product_id":"4988005626837","title":"Kaori Muraji - Soleil ~ Portraits 2 ~ - Japan CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKaori Muraji\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA diverse selection ranging from classic Western pop hits to Chopin’s masterpieces\nA high-quality album where you can savor heartwarming melodies with just a single guitar\nHer previous album, which spanned everything from Western pop hits to classical masterpieces like Chopin, garnered attention not only for its diverse and well-curated selection but also for the virtuosic technique that subtly enhanced the high-quality melodies, as well as arrangements that brought out the very best in the guitar. Another point of interest for fans was that this marked Kaori Muraji’s first solo album in quite some time. The beautiful music, selected under the concept of “Classic Masterpieces I Want to Hear on Guitar,” provided listeners with “healing” and “peace of mind.” This new album takes it a step further, leading listeners beyond “healing” and “peace of mind” to “inner strength,” “a positive outlook,” and “a sense of vitality”—in other words, positive energy. Please enjoy this second installment of “Classic Songs You’ll Want to Hear on Guitar,” featuring high-quality “music for adults.”\n■ From the Producer’s Production Notes on Each Track\nThe highlight is the *Carmen Suite for Guitar*, newly arranged for Kaori Muraji from the opera *Carmen*. The famous melodies of that masterpiece opera are woven from the fingertips of Kaori Muraji. The guitar is often described as a “miniature orchestra,” and this piece truly allows you to experience that firsthand.\nWhile the previous album featured works by The Beatles, this release includes George Harrison’s “Here Comes the Sun”—a song often considered a signature piece for the Beatles’ guitarists—arranged specifically for Kaori Muraji by the renowned guitarist Joran Sershel. And the surprise on this album is none other than Kaori Muraji’s very first recorded humming! Set to a refreshing bossa nova tune, the performance sounds as if she’s playing while relaxing at home.\nBut there are still more highlights to come. That masterpiece, Keith Jarrett’s “The Cologne Concert Part IIc,” is brought to life on the guitar. It unfolds a world distinctly different from the piano version. Additionally, the album features Olivia Newton-John’s “The Temptation of the Breeze”—marking the 40th anniversary of her debut this year—Gilbert O’Sullivan’s timeless classic “Alone Again,” *Prelude in D-sharp Minor* in honor of the Year of Chopin, the samba classic *Orpheus’ Samba*, and *Theme from *Out of the Blue**—one of Kaori Muraji’s favorite film scores—the album is packed with tracks you’ll want to hear. For guitar enthusiasts, Dian’s chopper technique on *Foco* is also a must-listen.\nUniversal Music\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Decca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53414271648033,"sku":"4988005626837","price":3143.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8482\/2076\/files\/4988005626837.jpg?v=1788096463","url":"https:\/\/cdsvinyljapan.com\/products\/4988005626837","provider":"CDs Vinyl Japan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}