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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