专辑简介

“Helen James Plays Classical Guitar” is a collection of classic favourites. Featuring many works by Heitor Villa-Lobos, the CD begins with the drama of Prelude Number One, emotionally intense and characteristically of all the tracks, played exquisitely and with profound intimacy. The listener is treated to a fresh approach to the ever lovely Romanza before being led deeper into Villa-Lobos in the storms and sunshine of Prelude Number Two.The lightness of touch in Tarrega’s Adelita refreshes the musical palette before Villa-Lobos Preludes Numbers Three and Five recall more beautiful South American imaginings. Tarrega’s Lagrima is always a delight and here this timeless piece is given new perspective and life. The intense drama of Villa-Lobos Prelude Number Four reminds the listener of the great depths of emotion so natural in guitar music followed by the uplifting Villa-Lobos Choros Number One. The heart is taken again into the pains of love lost in Dilermando Reis’s Se Ela Perguntar; longing and regret portrayed with great empathy. Finally a surprise to lift the spirits; Mason Williams ever popular Classical Gas. Helen James is a consummate guitarist encompassing classical, folk and world styles, seamlessly fused. These are unique interpretations so please listen and enjoy!