Catherine Rollin: Sounds Of Spain 1: Piano: Instrumental Album

The strumming of Spanish Guitars the lyrical tribute to a great Spanish composer the passionate excitement of Iberian sensations the breathtaking exuberance of Spanish rhythms the reminiscence of Spanish culture-Spanish elements are infused in each of these five pieces. Rolled chords evoking a Spanish guitar enhanced rhythms with alternating hands and lyrical passion are all found in Sounds of Spain Book 4 by Catherine Rollin. These five late intermediate to early advanced solos explore many of the diverse dance and harmonic elements that make up the colorful Spanish music tradition. Each one is technically accessible yet containsdramatic sections that sound impressive. Titles: 'Fantasy at Alhambra' 'Homage to Granados' 'Rhapsodie Espagnole' 'Scherzo Brillante' 'Song of Spain'.

The fiery bravado of a matador . . . the intense passion of a singing troubadour . . . the grace and beauty of a spirited señorita . . . these striking images of Spain permeate this grouping of early intermediate and intermediate piano solos making a lasting impression on all who hear or perform them. All seven solos are easy to master technically yet are imbued with rolled chords triplet-infused melodies staccato and legato phrasing and vibrant dance rhythms.