The Goldspiel/Provost Classical Guitar Duo Presents: “Latin Magic” - A superb concert program celebrating the musical richness and diversity of Latin America and Spain.

In this fast-paced and emotionally stirring program the Duo invites audiences to join them on a journey, to explore the centuries-old traditions of Spain and the exotic music that grew from those Spanish roots in far-off Cuba, Argentina, Venezuela, Mexico, and Colombia. “Latin Magic” showcases the Duo’s impeccable interpretations of fiery Argentinean Tangos, and Jazz-influenced contemporary compositions, along with fascinating transcriptions of Spain’s turn-of-the-century piano masterworks, set for two guitars. The Goldspiel/Provost Classical Guitar Duo's spirited and informative dialogue will provide your audience with the stories behind the sounds of the Milonga, Tango, Candombe, Fandango, and Waltz, offering an intriguing experience that will touch the heart and mind of each listener.

Composers

Brazilian composer Alfredo Vianna (Pixinguinha), is one of that country's original guiding lights, establishing Brazilian music and pointing to its eventual direction. He was admired and hailed by such Brazilian musicians as Villa-Lobos, Nazareth, Mignone, and Gnattali, and was the teacher of guitarist/composer Baden Powell. The pieces we will be performing are in the style of what has become known as Brazil's "Classical Music". One of Puerto Rico’s young composers, Dan Roman has been recognized as one of the Island’s leaders in music for the guitar. "Cuatro Tiempos" is inspired by the title of "Tiempo Muerto (Still Time)", a play by the Puerto Rican author Manuel Mendez Ballester. The four-movement programatic work is the composer's impression of the lives of Puerto Rico's the sugar cane workers.

Maximo Diego Pujol is the successor to Astor Piazolla as Argentina’s foremost composer, as well as serving to continue the evolution of the Tango, Milonga, and Candombe. "Truco Suite" is a musical take on thepopular Argentina card game of the same name.

Jaime Romero, a Columbian composer now residing in Houston, Texas, combines the melodies and rhythms of his native Columbia with the jazz and salsa rhythms heard in the United States.

A leading composer/pianist in early 20th century Spain, Isaac Albeniz’s music, while almost exclusively written for the piano, enjoys an equal level of popularity in guitar transcriptions. "Cordoba" captures the charm, culture, and beauty of this famed city.

Enrique Granados, a contemporary of Albeniz, was equally respected as a composer/pianist. Focusing is composition talents on popular Spanish dances and music depicting the paintings of Goya, is music presents an interesting contrast to that of Albeniz and da Falla. These three dances are taken from his Twelve Dances for piano.

The works of Manuel da Falla, the third of our major 20th Century Spanish composers, fall into two categories: one, nationalistic, the other more modern. "La Vida Breve" comes from his nationalistic period and captures the excitement of the flamenco dance.