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Title: Too polished, lost in sense
Review: When I heard the Misa Criolla first time over classical music radio station in mid 60s, I had to ran to the record shop and buy LP. It was the Philips recording of Los Fronterizos and soloists, Ariel Ramirez conducting. It sold the more than 3 million copies worldwide. Jose's CD came out later, and I was very disappointed, may be played once. No comparison to the Los Fronterizos. Jose's is too sofisticated, too polished, interesting instrumentation but no original folk strength. I strongly suggest the reissue of original one, though it is an Argentine press and no lyrics posted in the Spanish-only liner note, it is a far better choice. If you doubt, go to internet and play the videos of different soloists, including Jose. You will agree.
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