Some guitarists impress. Others inspire generations.
Brazilian guitarist Edson Lopes belongs to that rare category. In 1978, after winning the 2nd Globo Young Instrumentalists Competition, his name quickly spread through the guitar world. His performances of Sor’s Variations and Villa-Lobos’ Étude No. 7 revealed an artist with crystal-clear tone, flawless technique, and exceptional musicality.
Born in São Paulo in 1957 and trained at the Tatuí Conservatory, he later studied in Santiago de Compostela with José Tomás, assistant to the legendary Andrés Segovia, and was praised by iconic guitarist Maria Luísa Anido, who described him as an extraordinary musician with refined tone, technical security, and elegant interpretation.
With “In Concert”, listeners experience these qualities at their finest. This recording captures the excitement of a live recital, showcasing:
✨ Pure and expressive tone
✨ Effortless virtuosity
✨ Rich colors and sound palette
✨ Elegant and deeply musical interpretation
The result is a captivating recital that reveals why Edson Lopes is regarded by many musicians as one of the great Brazilian guitarists of his generation.
In a time often dominated by artificial sounds and overly cautious performances, In Concert offers a refreshing return to authentic classical guitar artistry.
🎧 Discover — or rediscover — a remarkable voice of the Brazilian guitar.
Order your copy now and experience the artistry of Edson Lopes.
TRACKLIST:
01 SYLVIUS LEOPOLD WEISS, Ouverture in A 4’23”
02 FERDINANDO CARULLI, Concerto in A op.8a 8’15”
03 FEDERICO MORETTI, Gran Sonata per Chitarra sola, Op.11: I. Andante 4’17”
04 JOSEPH KASPAR MERTZ, Polacca Op.5, No.3 2’24”
05 JULIÁN ARCAS, Rondo 6’59”
06 LUIGI LEGNANI, Rondo 5’28”
07 NAPOLÉON COSTE, Caprice Op.8 6’27”
08 AGUSTIN BARRIOS, Leyenda Guarani: I. Introducción & IV. Allegro 4’16
09 AGUSTIN BARRIOS, Bicho Feo 3’44”
10 EMILIO PUJOL, Seguidilla 4’12”
Total Time: 50min53s
Product Content (CD físico)
An original CD in Digipack format
Physical booklet
Brasil
Estados Unidos
