MISTICO
explores the many nuances of the Spanish guitar,
from the traditional to the contemporary, from the
passionate to the fiery. Known equally for his
beautiful melodies and for his lightning-fast
guitar work, multi-award winning composer Johannes
Linstead joins with musicians from around the
world, such as Spain, Cuba, Greece, Iran, and
Venezuela, to make this album a rare gem amongst
the Latin guitar genre. From the opening track, The
Happy Song (Felicidad), Johannes sets the tone for
what is sure to be your go-to album when you need a
little spice in your life!
Cafe
Tropical recording features several guest
musicians, including award-winning jazz pianist
Hilario Duran, and trumpeter Alexis Baro, both
hailing from Havana, Cuba.Like
an ocean breeze on a sun-filled day, or a night
dance beneath a starlit sky, Cafe Tropical bursts
with vibrant Latin rhythms and fiery Spanish guitar
making this recording a must-have for the summer
season.
Winner
of "Best World Album" - Spanish guitar, Greek
bouzouki, and Gypsy violin come alive in
"Mediterranea" the fifth CD by Billboard charting
guitarist/composer Johannes Linstead. Close your
eyes and experience the passion and mystique of far
away lands in songs like "Journey To Alcazaba" - a
seven minute masterpiece destined to become a
classic among guitar aficionados. Johannes reveals
his tender side in the romantic "Estrellas Sobre
Ella" where guitars and violin swirl in melodic
melancholy accented by beautiful
vocalizations.
Dreams
Go By is a collection of 11 romantic piano pieces
with gentle orchestration. Don't expect the lively
rumba of Johannes' Latin guitar recordings - this
is music to unwind with, to dream by, to enjoy
quiet moments of reflection...
* features Monica Fedrigo on Cello.
* features Monica Fedrigo on Cello.
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Photography
by Maria Bell
CD design by Maria Bell & Johannes Linstead
CD design by Maria Bell & Johannes Linstead