BOOKS
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BRUZUAL, Alejandro
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The Guitar in Venezuela
A Concise History to the End of the 20th Century
DO524/£22.95*
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No-one can be in any doubt as
to the popularity of Venezuelan guitar music today from the early work of
Raul Borges through the next generation of Rodrigo Riera, Antonio Lauro
and of course Alirio Diaz. This tradition is continued today with world
renowned players such as Ricardo Iznaola, Alfonso Montes, Luis Zea and of
course through the recent performances of John Williams.
This book traces the history of the Guitar in Venezuela from its earliest
roots right up to end of the 20th century. Useful appendices include a
discography of Venezulan guitarists plus a list of original compositions.
An essential read for anyone interested in the classical guitar and its
evolution in this influetial South American country. Preface by Angelo
Gilardino. 278pp Illustrated |
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