Prelude from Prelude-Fugue- Allegro BWV 998, J S Bach Prelude, Fugue, and Allegro in E-flat major was composed for the lute or clavier. The piece was written in the first half of the 1740s. The Prelude is similar to the Well-Tempered Clavier (the second book of which dates from around the same time as this work), in which there are many arpeggios. Allemande from Lute Suite in G minor BWV 995, I S Bach Written between the spring of 1727 and the winter of 1731, this extraordinary Allemande from the Lute Suite in G minor exists as a par in another version, as the Cello Suite No. 5, in C minor. It appears that the cello version came first, though experts agree that J S Bach was profoundly attached to the lute, invariably introducing religious symbolism into his compositions for that instrument. Romanza, Anonymous “Romance Anónimo” (Anonymous Romance) is a piece for guitar, also known as “Estudio en Mi de Rubira” (Study in E by Rubira), “Spanish Romance”, “Romance de España”, “Romance of the Guitar”, “Romanza” and “Romance d’Amour” among other names. Its origins and authorship are currently in question. It is suspected of originally being a solo instrumental guitar work, from the 19th century. It has variously been attributed to Antonio Rubira, David del Castillo, Francisco Tárrega, Fernando Sor, Daniel Fortea, Miguel Llobet, Antonio Cano, Vicente Gómez and Narciso Yepes. The Anónimo (anonymous) part of its name has been incorporated over the years due to this uncertainty. The question of authorship has probably been propagated by three main reasons: the lack of claim by its true author, the desire to avoid paying copyright fees, and the desire of publishing companies to claim the lucrative copyright of this world-famous piece. The style of the piece is that of the Parlour music of the late 19th century in Spain or South America, having a closed three-part form: the first in the minor key and the second being in the major key, with the third being a restatement of the first. (Wikipedia) Largo, from Concerto In D Major by Antonio Vivaldi Antonio Lucio Vivaldi was born on March 4th 1678 and died on 28 July 1741, nicknamed il Prete Rosso ("The Red Priest") because of his red hair, was an Italian Baroque composer, Catholic priest and virtuoso violinist born in Venice. Vivaldi wrote many concertos for various instruments, including lute and mandolin. This Concerto in D major for Lute and Orchestra has been transcribed for guitar. It remains one of the finest examples of the medium. This beautiful largo makes up the second movement. Las Abejas, Agustin Barrios Mangore (1885-1944) Agustin Barrios Mangore (1885-1944) was one of the most popular and significant guitarist/composers of the first half of the twentieth century. His compositions range from simple etudes to virtuosic multi-movement works. The majority of these works fall into one of three categories: folkloric, in which pieces were modeled after South American folksongs; imitative, in which composition styles and techniques were borrowed from the Baroque and Romantic periods; and religious, in which pieces were inspired by Barrios' own religious experiences and beliefs. As a performer, his virtuosic abilities have been compared to other composer/performers such as Niccolo Paganini. Upon hearing Rimsky-Korsakov's famous Flight of the Bumblebee, Barrios wrote Las Abejas. The piece is an arpeggio etude, originally for guitar, set in a fast-paced 12/8 which showcases the virtuosic qualities of the marimba. (C. Alan Publications) La Catedral, Agustin Barrios Mangore (1885-1944) Prelude Andante Religioso Allegro Solemne Agustin Barrios Mangore (1885-1944) was one of the most popular and significant guitarist/composers of the first half of the twentieth century. His compositions range from simple etudes to virtuosic multi-movement works. The majority of these works fall into one of three categories: folkloric, in which pieces were modeled after South American folksongs; imitative, in which composition styles and techniques were borrowed from the Baroque and Romantic periods; and religious, in which pieces were inspired by Barrios' own religious experiences and beliefs. La CatedraI is probably the most well known work of Barrios, and it has strong marks of religiousness and spirituality. Evidently, Barrios wrote this piece based on an experience he had when once entering the San José Cathedral in Montevideo. The first movement, Prelude, was written 19 years after the following two movements and in its spirituality imitates the piano by using high melodic lines and a wide-ranging arpeggiated chords. Andante Religioso imitates a church organist playing Bach, and Allegro Solemne expresses Barrios overwhelming feelings by the chaos of the streets of Montevideo as he exits the quiet cathedral. Ten Monographs, Apostolos Paraskevas These ten little pieces represent my very first steps in composition (1983). They are written for the needs of a beginning player and consist of one page each. The language is mostly tonal and the drive is melody and rhythm. The idea came to me after a suggestion of my colleague and guitar teacher for a brief time Yanni Ioannidis.