GUITARRAS DEL MUNDO
Weekly podcast hosted by guitarist Antonio Briceño, focused on classical guitar news, including the work of composers, outstanding performers, exclusive interviews and relevant news from the guitar world.
Since 2010, Guitarras del Mundo has been a reference in the world of classical guitar promotion. Hosted by guitarist Antonio Briceño, our project began as a 24/7 online radio station and soon gained international recognition, evolving into a popular radio show.
Over the years, we have interviewed legendary figures such as Leo Brouwer, Sharon Isbin, David Russell, Berta Rojas, and many more, as well as prominent Venezuelan musicians like Luis Zea, Leopoldo Igarza, Rafael Suárez, and others.
Today, we take the next step with our podcast, continuing our passion for classical guitar and the art that surrounds it.
Discover the guitar scene with us in the premiere episode this Sunday, October 13.
Guitarras del Mundo. Feel the guitar!
Second season
In this 1st episode of the 2nd season, we want to highlight especially the life and work of the master Luis Quintero @luisquinteroguitarrista, guitarist of great trajectory who is currently going through a delicate health situation and for whom a fundraising is being done in order to cover his medical expenses, as well as the expenses of his son.
You can enter the fundraiser at the link.
In this episode we listen to the following works in interpretation by Maestro Luis Quintero:
From Maestro Rodrigo Riera:
- Canción Caroreña
- Pajarillo con revoltillo
- Venezuelan Merengue
- Choro
- Ingenuous Serenade
By Maestro Raúl Borges:
- Venezuelan Valse
From Maestro Gentil Montaña:
- The Dreamer’s Song
The guitar in a sonorous journey from Colombia
If you are a classical guitar lover, the name Gentil Montaña will be familiar to you. In our latest episode, we invite you to discover or rediscover the work of this virtuoso Colombian master. His music is a journey through the soundscapes of this beautiful land, full of passion and virtuosity.
Gentil Montaña: A Master of the Colombian Classical Guitar
Julio Gentil Albarracín Montaña was a virtuoso Colombian guitarist and composer, recognized as one of the pioneers of the classical guitar in his country. Born in Ibagué, Colombia, on November 24, 1942, his talent and passion for music led him to become an emblematic figure of the guitar at an international level.
Beginnings and Training: From a very young age, Gentil Montaña showed a great affinity for music. He began his musical studies at the Conservatory of Tolima, where he learned to play the violin. However, it was at the age of 13 when he discovered his true vocation: the guitar. Under the tutelage of teachers such as Domingo González and Daniel Baquero, he perfected his technique and developed his own style that distinguished him.
Rise as a Concert Artist: At the age of 19, Gentil Montaña made his debut as a concert performer at the Lido Theater in Medellín. His talent and charisma led him to tour stages all over the world, performing in countries such as Spain, France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, the United States and many others. His repertoire ranged from classical works to his own compositions, in which he fused elements of Colombian music with classical guitar techniques.
An Incomparable Legacy: Gentil Montaña was more than a performer. He was also an outstanding composer, leaving a valuable musical legacy. Among his most recognized works are the “Suites Colombianas”, where he captured the rhythmic and melodic richness of the traditional dances of his country. His “Doce Estudios de Pasillo” are considered a masterpiece of guitar pedagogy, and his “Sonata Canto al Amor” for two guitars is a piece of great beauty and complexity.
In this episode of Guitarras del Mundo, we talk with Diego Erley Durán, musician, engineer and founder of Guitartistica.com. Since his childhood, music has been his greatest passion, leading him to explore guitar, composition and teaching.
We talk about his career, his innovative teaching method and how his experience in other disciplines has enriched his pedagogical approach. He also shares with us his vision on musical learning, his love for nature and the influence of different genres in his life.
Don’t miss this inspiring talk with a musician who has dedicated his life to making guitar learning accessible, clear and motivating.
First season
In this 1st episode we take a look back through the history of our project, which began in 2010 and is now back in the new Podcast format.
We include a small fragment of a famous interview we did with the master Leo Brouwer, as a taste of what is to come in the next episodes.
This project is hosted by guitarist Antonio Briceño and is brought to you thanks to the support of:
- Artesano Global Foundation
- Carreño Foundation
- Luthier Carlos González
In this 2nd episode we enter fully into the world of Classical Guitar.
We share news about the international Guitar news, and we present two records of great beauty: Divertissements by oboist Michaela Hrabankova with guitarist Gabriel Bianco; and J.S. Bach, complete lute suites, by Sharon Isbin.
In this episode you will hear excerpts of the works:
From the album Divertissementes:
- Sonatina for Oboea and Guitar by Karl Pilss.
- Le Départ, Le montgnard – Napoleon Coste, Gabriel Bianco.
- Sonatina for Oboe and Guitar by Barna Kováts
From the CD J.S. Bach, complete lute suites:
- Prelude from the Suite in G minor BWV 995.
- Sarabande from the Suite in G minor BWV 995
- Fugue in C minor, BWV 997
In this 3rd episode we will enjoy listening to the master Antonio Lauro interpreting some of his works.
We share news about international guitar news, and we present part of the album “Lauro Interpreta a Lauro“. We also recommend reading the book “Antonio Lauro, un músico total” written by Alejandro Bruzual.
In this episode you will listen to fragments of the works:
From the album Lauro interprets Lauro:
- Adios a Ocumare.
- María Luisa
- El Negrito
Edwin Guevara Gutiérrez:
- Bambuco N.2 in interpretation by guitarist David López.
20 Miniatures for solo Guitar by Matthew Dunne:
- Miniature number 10, performed by Ashley Lucero.
- Miniature number 7, performed by Michael Cohen.
Joseph Kosma
- Autumn Leaves in guitar solo, arranged and performed by Yenne Lee.
For this fourth episode of Guitarras del Mundo, we announce a program focused on chamber music and guitar arrangements of poetic works. We will be accompanied by pieces from the album Dichterliebe, an adaptation of Robert Schumann’s romantic song cycle by tenor Pablo Pollitzer and guitarist Walter Ujaldón. This work turns Heinrich Heine’s intimate poetry into a new experience, where Ujaldón’s romantic guitar creates a delicate and emotional atmosphere.
In addition, we will explore Luis Zea’s Vals Elegíaco, where the classical guitar becomes a vehicle to convey deep feelings through the waltz and other forms of Latin American music. This work pays tribute to the elegant and nostalgic sounds of the waltz, and demonstrates the versatility of the guitar to express complex emotions.
We invite you to enjoy this sonorous journey and to continue supporting us on social networks, where we share more content about the world of the classical guitar and its interpreters.
In this episode we share the following musical themes:
From the album Dichterliebe, by Pablo Pollitzer and Walter Ujaldón:
- I hear the sound of the canteen – Robert Schumann.
- In the wonderful month of May – Robert Schumann
- On the sacred Rhine – Robert Schumann
- Flutes and violins sound – Robert Schumann
- Standchen – Franz Schubert
From the album Elegiac Waltz, by Luis Zea:
- Choro – Rodrigo Riera
- El Frutero – Cruz Felipe Iriarte
- My tripón – Otilio Galíndez
In our fifth episode we pay tribute to the life and legacy of the great Venezuelan maestro Alirio Díaz. Through the memories and experiences of our host Antonio Briceño, we explore his story in the context of another anniversary of his birth.
In addition, we bring you news on the international guitar scene, including the exciting discovery of a new Chopin waltz, presented in a special arrangement for two guitars by Maestro Alí Arango.
In this episode, you will hear excerpts from:
Chopin’s Valse in arrangement by Alí Arango From the album Valses del Pueblo Venezolano by Alirio Díaz:
- El Bejuquero
- Always undefeated
- Venezuela and Colombia
And we close with the adagio from the Concierto de Aranjuez, conducted by Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos with the Orquesta Nacional de España, masterfully interpreted by Alirio Díaz.
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In our sixth podcast we take a look at two disco gems that you can’t miss:
- “Retratos“
A wonderful production performed by Juliette Salmona on cello and Benjamin Valette on guitar, which invites us to a unique sonic journey.
- Dedicated to Fernando Sor
An exceptional tribute to the composer in the hands of the prestigious duo Arte en Parte, formed by Ángela Ferreiro and Iago Reigosa.
In this seventh episode of Guitars of the World, we explore the virtuosity of John Williams and his ability to transform iconic works into intimate experiences through solo guitar. From classical pieces to film music, folk and blues, each performance reflects the unique essence of these compositions in an unforgettable journey.
Episode Repertoire:
- Gnossienne No. 1 – Erik Satie
- Theme from Schindler’s List – John Williams
- Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika – Enoch Sontonga
- Theme from The Godfather – Nino Rota
- The Devil on the Loose – Heraclio Fernandez
- Blues for Felix – Charlie Byrd
- The Black Decameron – Leo Brouwer
Listen to how these works transcend genres and eras in the hands of the great John Williams.
Let yourself be carried away by the versatility of Eric Pénicaud’s music.
In this eighth episode, we will hear unique interpretations of his works by great musicians. From the delicate “Little suite for children” performed by the Duo Transatlantique to the powerful “Tsunami” by Fabio Zanon, each piece comes to life under the mastery of these artists. Do not miss the poetics of the “Deux Berceuses” by Arnaud Dumond, the energy of “Derviches Tourneurs” with Gaëlle Solal and the emotional “Jubilatio” in the hands of the Duo cordes et Ámes!
In this ninth episode we explore the recording production “Vals Elegíaco” by the Venezuelan maestro Luis Zea, who was considered by Leo Brouwer as “The ideal soloist”.
From this production we will listen to the works:
- Tasteggiata
- Bernardo GianoncelliNostalgia and Choro
- Rodrigo RieraMedallón Antiguo
- Agustín BarriosMañanita Caraqueña
- Evencio CastellanosEl Frutero
- Cruz Felipe IriarteMi tripón
- Otilio GalíndezElegiac Waltz
- Luis Zea
In this tenth episode we share the beautiful music of Vicente Emilio Sojo in the hands of Alirio Díaz, the album “Aguinaldos y otras melodías venezolanas“.
And we begin in a very special way our guest section with the participation of the maestro Esteban Ojeda, who very kindly brings us the current panorama of the guitar in Margarita Island, through his valuable teaching work.
In this eleventh episode we let ourselves be caressed by the beautiful melodies belonging to “Historia del tango” in the hands of Maestra Berta Rojas together with Camerata Bariloche.
Episode 12: The Classical Guitar of Gabriele Curciotti
In this episode we explore the work of Gabriele Curciotti, one of today’s most outstanding guitarists. His music, loaded with expressiveness and innovative techniques, combines elements of the classical tradition with contemporary influences that enrich the guitar repertoire.
Discover pieces that showcase his unique approach to the instrument, and how he manages to evoke soundscapes that transport the listener to new musical dimensions. In addition, we reflect on his impact on guitar music and the inspiration he provides to performers and composers around the world.
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