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The Legendary Trumpet Virtuosity of Rafael Mendez
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Track Listing
- Virgen de la Macarena
- Trumpeter's Lullaby
- Méndez Jota
- Czardas
- Chiapanecas
- Tico-Tico
- Flight of the Bumblebee
- Dark Eyes
- I Know That You Know
- Yuba
- Mexican Hat Dance
- Farewell, My Granada
- Danse Boheme [From Carmen]
- Méndez Czardas
- Mendelssohn Concerto
- Bell Song [From Lakmé]
- Samba Gitana
- Rosita
- Zigeunerweisen
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #87583 in Music
- Released on: 1995-06-19
- Number of discs: 1
- Dimensions: .20 pounds
Customer Reviews
Supurb Virtuoso
As a youth I had the wonderful opportunity to play in an orchestra which provided the accompaniment for several of Mr. Mendez's concets. I have never been in such awe of anyone before or since. There are no words to describe the command he has over the trumptet. There never has been anyone who even approaches his expertise and his virtuosity is timeless. The selections on this CD are many of the best he ever recorded and display his incredible ability in every style...every range. If you are not familiar with Mr. Mendez, this CD will make a believer out of you. You will be amazed at what a trumpet is capable of producing. I can't say enough about this incredible man's incredible talent. I don't know of any musician, trumpet or otherwise, who has the complete mastery of his instrument that Mr. Mendez does. NOTE: This recording was remastered and unfortunately, not very well. It is tinny and very "mono" sounding. Thus the 4 stars.
Masterful Trumpet Virtuoso
The name Rafael Mendez is synonymous with trumpet virtuosity, and this CD provides ample evidence as to why. The clarity and technique of the performances are astounding and constitute a must-hear CD.
The one down side is that these were originally 78 rpm recordings from the 40's and 50's, and, as such, the sound quality leaves something to be desired. But don't be put off by that. The greatness of the performances still comes through.
Superb except for the Sound Quality!
I both love and detest this album. The title is correct. Mendez's virtuosity is legendary and the playing is great. The problem is with the quality of the recording. I don't know if that is an artifact of the originals or if it is an artifact of sloppy production for this release. In any event, it is disappointing.
The selections somewhat varied in style but ultimately all scream "Latin Trumpet". This is as true of LA VIRGIN DE LA MACARENA as it is of the selections from the opera, CARMEN. In all of them, the skill is superb. I just wish the recordings were as well.
I give it 5 stars for the art and 2 stars for the sound. I compromise with 4 because, deep down, I love it.
