Title: Good re-release -- but more, please
Review: This is a re-release of an LP from 1982.Tony Rooley has been one of my favourite lutenists since his early duo days with Jim Tyler; and if (as he rather ruefully remarked) he has been technically outstripped by younger virtuosi such as Paul O'Dette, certainly no one has a deeper love, understanding or feel for the music of the period, all of which communicate perfectly on this album. The choice of tempi, the magic way he captures the nuances of mood of each piece, reflect the touch of the master.The vinyl record had one drawback: despite the quality of the music, confining the contents not just to the Renaissance but to Fantasias cannot help but bring a certain sameness, and the pieces are best listened to a few at a time. With CD track selection, this is no problem! Come home after a hard day's work, relax, and enjoy.The total time is 48'31".I just wish Hyperion would re-release Tony's two duet albums with Jim ("Renaissance Duets" and "My Lute Awake").
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