Miguel de Maria -> Morao y Oro (Nov. 18 2005 13:14:44)
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I'd like to open a discussion on this album to get people's impressions of it. I recently bought a lot of music, and this CD was one of them. Of course I had heard a lot about Moraito, so I expected a lot. Apparently too much--because after about 4 listenings, it's hard to see what the fuss is about. He opens with a Sevillanas played with such force and agression that I feel sorry for the guitar. There is little ornamention or subtlety, and overall the interpretation more on the barbaric side than what I would expect, a graceful and jovial style. Having heard the piece "buleriando" mentioned, I expected a lot too. A couple of the arpeggio falsetas are nice, and it seems that this is a major part of this style. Since he's a Jerezano, I expected to get my socks blown off here. Again, it really didn't do much for me. Repeated listenings turned up that I actually enjoyed his Tangos most of all--a couple of the falsetas I enjoyed very much. One of the arpeggio-based ones was simple but effective. I also liked the Rondena, especially the Fandangos part at the end. A nice rhythm and exciting solo piece here. Overall, Moraito's technique seems harsh and about the same level of Juan Martin. I guess when you listen to Paco, Tomatito, Vicente, then you expect a lot from these guys. Perhaps Moraito is known more as an accompaniast than a soloist--in the parts where he is accompanying on this album, his playing seems to have more energy and verve. The album seems a good one for ear training since some of the falsetas are very simple. There is no fancy-schmancy jazz chords, just old fashioned flamenco, and that's good sometimes. I also got a Riqueni album and the difference in styles is noticeable to say the least. So far I have listened to the Moraito album a lot more, so maybe that says something. I would be interested in hearing the impressions of those who are more familiar with his work.
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