Sumptuous melodies, infectious rhythms, delicate ballads with music from Brazil, Paraguay, Venezuela, Mexico, Cuba, and United Statesâincludes original works by McCormick.

15 MP3 Songs
CLASSICAL: Traditional, LATIN: Brazilian Folk

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Mirabilis Records announces the release of a new recording by guitarist Kevin McCormick entitled Americas.  Music from Brazil, Paraguay, Venezuela, Mexico, and Cuba blend with original works by the hill country guitarist and composer.   The CD takes the listener on a delightful journey through the New World with sumptuous Latin American melodies, infectuous rhythms and delicate evening songs.  
 
McCormickâs second solo guitar release showcases the lyrical style present in the  critically acclaimed Solo Guitar (2004) while venturing through folk-influenced classical compositions of Central and South America.    

Brazilian powerhouse Heitor Villa-Lobosâ âChorosâNo. 1â kicks off the CD with its upbeat and syncopated rhythms.   Venezuelan Antonio Lauroâs waltzes fire up the collection with their lively dances.  A perennial favorite, âLa Catedralâ by Agustin Barrios is the central suite surrounded by his joyful âDanza Paraguayaâ and  romantic âJulia Florida.â  The lighthearted, timeless classic âAlways in My Heartâ is sure to please.  Rounding out the collection is McCormickâs own arrangement of Duke Ellingtonâs âSingle Petal of a Roseâ adding a touch of jazz to the mix.  

This time around, McCormick has included some of his original compositions.  His  âSong for Roseâ is a melancholy meditation  with a sweet melody and simple accompaniment.  âLullabyâ written for his father highlights McCormickâs sense of musicality and effortless phrasing.

A critically acclaimed performer and award-winning composer, Kevin McCormick has been playing guitar for over 30 years.  He has studied and performed in Italy and Japan and throughout the United States.  He was recognized by the Guitar Foundation of America for his solo guitar composition âDesert Passage.â   His compositions range from sacred choral works to solo and ensemble guitar pieces.