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Ruben Romero's "snowflakes and stucco" holiday albums never fail to impress with their unique hybrid of Latin guitar rhythms and Native American influence - a sound that perfectly captures the essence of New Mexico. ADOBE CHRISTMAS walks in those same snowy footprints. Romero's renditions of traditional Christmas fare are inspired and warmly comforting; they provide an alternative to the common arrangements while maintaining the heart and soul of those original songs. Of note is a highly enjoyable suite of different selections from Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker" and a take on "We Three Kings" that features Native American chant. Romero also peppers the album with several original compositions, which fit seamlessly with the other pieces.
| 1. LOLLIPOPS, ICICLES & CHRISTMAS TREES |
| 2. WE THREE KINGS/GOD REST YE MERRY GENTLEMEN |
| 3. SNOWFLAKES, A WINTER TRILOGY |
| 4. WHAT CHILD IS THIS |
| 5. HOLIDAY BLESSING |
| 6. AWAY IN THE MANGER |
| 7. SONG OF THE EMPEROR |
| 8. JESU JOY TO MAN'S DESIRING |
| 9. NATIVE DRUMMER BOY |
| 10. GREAT SPIRIT PRAYER |
| 11. SILENT NIGHT/NUTCRACKER SUITE |
| 12. OVERTURE |
| 13. MARCH OF THE TOY SOLDIER |
| 14. DANCE OF THE CANDY FAIRY |
| 15. RUSSIAN DANCE |
| 16. ARABIAN DANCE |
| 17. CHINESE DANCE |
| 18. DANCE OF THE REED PIPES |
| 19. WALTZ OF THE FLOWERS |
| 20. OH COME, OH COME EMMANUEL |
| 21. THE FIRST NOEL |
| 22. HAIL MARY/THE LORD'S PRAYER |
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Flamenco guitar fans usually fall into one of two camps - there are those who enjoy the smoothed out, digitally enhanced vibes of Nuevo flamenco, and then there are those who believe true flamenco should be raw and acoustic. If you fall under the latter category, Ruben Romero's FLAMENCO FIRE with certainly light a fire under you. Recorded during two live performances in Colorado, this one hour set of nimble guitar playing highlights Romero's incredible virtuosity with the instrument. His playing is earthy and technically impressive, without accompaniment or any sort of electrical enhancement. Most of the material here, save for an inspired rendition of Tarrega's "Recuerdos de la Alhambra," is original material. A highlight is Romero's four part "Four Seasons of Love," which he performs with fellow flamenco guitarist Roberto Gonzalez.
| 1. FUEGO |
| 2. GRANADINAS |
| 3. SOLEARES |
| 4. RECUREDOS DE LA ALHAMBRA |
| 5. BULERIAS DE TAOS |
| 6. SEVILLANS Y ALEGRIAS |
| 7. FARRUCA |
| 8. ALEGRIAS |
| 9. SEGUIDILLIAS |
| 10. DANZA MORA |
| 11. FOUR SEASONS OF LOVE |
| 12. BULERIAS DE SANTA FE |
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| 1. Malaguena |
| 2. Entre Dos Montanas |
| 3. Hypnotic Safari |
| 4. Caricias Para La Princesa |
| 5. Turquoise Jungle |
| 6. Un Poco De Elfida |
| 7. Short Stories |
| 8. Alegrias |
| 9. Cathedral Bells |
| 10. Zamora |
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| 1. LA GLORIA |
| 2. CATHEDRAL BELLS |
| 3. CATHEDRAL BELLS OVERTURE |
| 4. PACIENCA |
| 5. FUERZA |
| 6. FE |
| 7. BAILANDO EN EL CIELO |
| 8. DE SOL A SOL |
| 9. UN MALAGUENO EN SANTA FE |
| 10. AMANCER EN NUEVO MEXIDO |
| 11. SEVELLANAS TRADITIONAL |
| 12. CAMINO A TAOS |
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Award-Winning guitarist Ruben Romero brings together Native and Spanish cultures in this spirited album. Native Brotherhood combines elements of Spanish flamenco guitar with Native American flute and steel string acoustic using a broad spectrum of open string tuning and finger picking styles. The cover painting is by celebrated Native American artist Dan Namingha.
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Celebrations dedicated toward to the Virgin Mary are a common part of Latino spirituality in many parts of Mexico and America's Southwest. This album delves into the heart of these celebrations with a series of festive, melodious pieces that utilize the six-string guitar as a central instrument. OUR LADY OF THE GUITAR showcases the playing of three guitarists: Ben Tavera King, Frank Corrales and Ruben Romero. Some of the tracks also feature accompaniment on such instruments as the harp, marimba and accordion, which lend the pieces a tropical flair. The repertoire features unique guitar renditions of classical works by Bach and Schubert as well as warm, praiseful interpretations of sacred hymns from Latino tradition.
| 1. Para La Virgen |
| 2. Golondrinas Para La Virgen |
| 3. De Colores |
| 4. Ave Maria de Los Americas |
| 5. Mananitas Para La Virgen |
| 6. Nuestra Senora de La Paz |
| 7. Procession de San Juan de Los Lagos |
| 8. A Favor Asked - A Favor Received |
| 9. Serenata Para La Pieta ( Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring) |
| 10. Peregrinos |
| 11. Tepeyac En La Manana |
| 12. Estrellita Para La Familia Sagrada |
| 13. Nuestra Senora De La Rosario |
| 14. Mananitas Para Mi Madre |
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This greatest hits collection for Spanish guitar is a selection of some of Ruben's favorite and most popular compositions known throughout the world for their beauty and virtuosity. All arrangements are solo guitar performances, except for * on which Ruben plays the second guitar.
| 1. Romanza |
| 2. Magic Flute Theme |
| 3. Gymnopedies |
| 4. Vivaldi Concerto in D |
| 5. Cavatina |
| 6. Leyenda |
| 7. Capricho Arabe |
| 8. Danza Mora |
| 9. Recuerdos de laAlhambra |
| 10. Bouree |
| 11. Classical Gas |
| 12. Soleares |
| 13. Pavanne |
| 14. Malaguena |
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Over sixty minutes of music take listeners on a fiery and romantic journey of Spanish guitar from its birth in Renaissance Spain to its evolution in Mexico and the American Southwest.
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