L.A. Guitar Quartet - Dances From Renaissance To Nutcracker CD 1993 Classical

Experience the exquisite blend of classical guitar mastery with the L.A. Guitar Quartet's album "Dances from Renaissance to Nutcracker," released in 1993 by Delos Records (DE 3132). This original digital recording features four virtuoso guitarists-John Dearman, William Kanengiser, Scott Tennant, and Andrew York-interpreting timeless compositions from Renaissance masters like Giovanni Gabrieli and Michael Praetorius to Romantic era icon Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Highlights include Tchaikovsky's iconic Nutcracker Suite, Praetorius' Dance Suite, and Gabrieli's Four Instrumental Pieces, all performed with impeccable skill and emotional depth.

Recorded live at the First Congregational Church of Los Angeles in 1992, this album delivers pristine sound quality utilizing Sony's digital recording technology and JBL loudspeakers, ensuring every note resonates with clarity and warmth. The Delos label, renowned for audiophile classical releases, presents this jewel case edition complete with insightful liner notes detailing the historical context and unique arrangements of these pieces. A must-have for collectors and classical guitar enthusiasts, this CD showcases the quartet's innovative approach to chamber music and their ability to breathe new life into centuries-old compositions.