Milonga de Amor highlights the exotic guitar stylings of Stevan Pasero and Richard Patterson (Pasero & Patterson) and features charismatic ensemble, duet and solo arrangements of well known works as well several of their original compositions. Please take a listen as this masterful duo performs effortlessly on their hand crafted classical and flamenco nylon string guitars. This beautiful collection of guitar works highlight lush, seductive harmonies & fiery melodies that vary from vivace to lento. Rhythmic and romantic, these songs chosen by the duo are truly inspirational - especially if you love guitar - who doesn't! On this recording, the duo chose to arrange songs from a variety of genres: Latin (Milonga de Amor, Malaguena Fantasia, Bomba de Corazon, Prayer for the Rainforest, Tango de Luna, Cuba Libre, La Cumparsita); classical (Cavatina, Ave Maria, Verano Porteno) and World (Perpetual Passion, Meadowsong). The sessions were recorded at the beautiful, state of the art 24 bit Granada Studios in Half Moon Bay, CA. The duo also orchestrated percussion, bass and string players on several pieces - providing a dynamic accent to the mix. As in their concert performances, Pasero & Patterson are drawn toward substantial tempo, key and mood variations ranging from forte to heart-wrenching. Listen closely to their gorgeous arrangement of Cavatina juxtaposed to 'over-the-top' dexterous arrangement of Bomba de Corazon!
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