The classical (or Spanish) guitar was brought by the legendary master, Andres Segovia, to the limelight at the early 20th century. Having taught himself the arcane secrets of the the instrument through poring over the works of such old masters as Aguado, Sor, Tarrega, and others, as well as the application of painstaking self-discipline, devoted self-training, and tireless dedication, he was able deliver the guitar from the obscurity of the barber shop back to the concert stage!
What follows is a video sample of Andres Segovia playing Isaac Albeniz' Asturias, followed by solo video performances of Edgar Cruz, Wang Yameng, Roland Dyens, and great American virtuoso Christopher Parkening, representatives of a newer generation of guitar masters.
Andres Segovia Plays Isaac Albeniz' Asturias
Edgar Cruz plays Bohemian Rhapsody
Wang Yameng plays Brouwer's Sonata mov.3-La Tocata de Pasquini
Roland Dyens plays Dizzy Gillespie's A Night in Tunisia
Christopher Parkening plays J.S. Bach's Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring
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