Leo Brouwer

Leo Brouwer (born in Havana in 1939) is a Cuban composer and classical guitarist, widely known for his original and influential works for guitar.

Born in Havana in 1939. Composer-guitarist noted for solo guitar pieces and works for guitar with small ensembles. Works mentioned in reviews include Concierto para guitarra y pequeña orquesta (1972), Para sonar a dos (1973), Elogio de la danza (1964) and Un día de noviembre (1972). The reviewed CD is the first of an eight-CD series on the Engrem label in which Brouwer performs his own works. Review highlights polystylistic approach, percussive guitar techniques and allusions to Indian ragas in the Concierto.

A positive review highlights an Engrem CD (first of eight) in which Leo Brouwer performs his own guitar works. Key pieces discussed are the 1972 Concierto para guitarra y pequeña orquesta, the two-guitar Para sonar a dos (1973), Elogio de la danza (1964) and Un día de noviembre (1972). The recording is recommended for lovers of classical guitar and for those interested in Brouwer's polystylistic language.

For:classical guitar enthusiasts, students, contemporary classical listeners