Tuesday, June 16, 2009

The Cinema-Mad Sibling Recommends: a Bit of 19th-Century Spanish Guitar

Yes, for once, the Cine-Sib recommends not something visual, but something musical. This piece is "Gran Vals," originally by 19th-century Spanish musician Francisco Tárrega, a legend on the guitar.

While you're listening to the piece, see if any part of it sounds . . . familiar somehow. Post your answer in Comments!






Oh, what the heck. If you want Spanish guitar with a bit more fire and a more modern twist, try listening to THIS. It's called "Siente Mi Amor" and it's the music for the closing credits of "Once Upon a Time in Mexico." It will knock your socks off. You won't believe who's singing it either. (Oh, all right: I confess: This is also an excuse to post a little bit of Antonio Banderas for the ladies. And guys? Don't complain: there's a bit of Salma Hayek for you!)

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