Eliot Fisk's "Guitar Fantasies," released in January 1990 under the Musical Heritage Society label, is a captivating exploration of classical and flamenco influences, all masterfully arranged for solo guitar. This album is a testament to Fisk's virtuosity and his ability to blend diverse musical styles into a cohesive and engaging collection.
Spanning a duration of one hour, the album features a mix of well-known classical pieces and lesser-known gems, all reimagined for the guitar. Fisk's arrangements of works by composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Ravel showcase his deep understanding of the classical repertoire and his innovative approach to the guitar. The inclusion of flamenco-inspired pieces adds a dynamic and rhythmic dimension to the album, highlighting Fisk's versatility and technical prowess.
From the intricate "Prelude in C Minor" to the hauntingly beautiful "Adagio For Glass Harmonica," and the lively "Segovia, Op. 29," each track offers a unique listening experience. Fisk's interpretations are both respectful of the original compositions and inventive, making this album a standout in his discography.
"Guitar Fantasies" is not just a showcase of Eliot Fisk's technical skills but also a celebration of the guitar's expressive range. Whether you're a fan of classical music, flamenco, or simply appreciate exceptional guitar playing, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
(C) 1990 Amerco, LLC.(P) 1990 Amerco, LLC.
Tracks
Prelude in C Minor, BWV 999Johann Sebastian Bach, Eliot Fisk
Les Barricades Mystérieuses - arr. for solo guitar by Eliot FiskFrançois Couperin, Eliot Fisk
Rondo I in A Major, Wq. 58 - arr. for solo guitar by Eliot FiskCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Eliot Fisk
MenuetSilvius Leopold Weiss, Eliot Fisk
FantasieSilvius Leopold Weiss, Eliot Fisk
FugeSilvius Leopold Weiss, Eliot Fisk
Fantasia ISimone Molinaro, Eliot Fisk
El Maestro: Fantasia XXIILuis de Milan, Eliot Fisk
Fantasia Que Contrahaze La HarpaAlonso Mudarra, Eliot Fisk
Toccata XIAlessandro Piccinini, Eliot Fisk
Forlorn HopeJohn Dowland, Eliot Fisk
The Varietie Of Lute-Lessons: Fantasie No. 2: The Knight of the LuteJohn Dowland, Eliot Fisk
Adagio For Glass Harmonica, K. 617a - arr. for solo guitar by Eliot FiskWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Eliot Fisk
Introduction and Variations on a Theme by Mozart, Op. 9Fernando Sor, Eliot Fisk
Marche Funèbre Del Signore Maestro Contrapuncto In C Minor, K. 453a - arr. for solo guitar by Eliot FiskWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Eliot Fisk
Drei Tentos From "Kammermusik" (1958): Du Schones Bachlein...Hans Werner Henze, Eliot Fisk
Drei Tentos From "Kammermusik" (1958): Es Findet Das Aug' Oft...Hans Werner Henze, John Dowland, Eliot Fisk
Drei Tentos From "Kammermusik" (1958): Sohn Laios'Hans Werner Henze, John Dowland, Eliot Fisk
Segovia, Op. 29Albert Roussel, Eliot Fisk
Sarabande pour guitare, FP 179Francis Poulenc, Eliot Fisk
Un sueño en la florestaAgustín Barrios Mangoré, Eliot Fisk