Giulio Regondi, John Holmquist - Guitar Works Vol 1 Ten Etudes Introduction And Caprice

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Review by Rosemarie Calabro

Guitar Works Vol. 1: Ten Etudes, Introduction and Caprice – A Hidden Gem of Romantic Guitar If you're into classical guitar music with a touch of Romantic-era soul-stirring beauty, Guitar Works Vol. 1 by Giulio Regondi is the kind of album that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. Released in 2001 under Germany’s Naxos label, this record feels like opening an old book filled with yellowed pages and forgotten secrets. John Holmquist brings Regondi's compositions to life here—his playing doesn't just sound technical; it breathes, sighs, and dances. Let me tell ya about two tracks I can’t get outta my head: “Etude No. 9: Larghetto” and “Fête Villageoise: Rondo Caprice.” They’re worlds apart but equally unforgettable for different reasons. “Larghetto,” man—it’s one of those pieces where time kinda slows down while you listen. It starts soft, almost hesitant, like someone tiptoeing through memories they're not sure they want to revisit. But then it grows bolder, richer, filling the room with these warm waves of melody. Holmquist plays it so delicately, every note feels deliberate, as if he knows exactly how much weight each moment carries. You don’t just hear this track—you feel it settle somewhere deep inside your chest. It’s melancholic yet comforting, like staring at raindrops sliding down a windowpane. Then there’s “Fête Villageoise: Rondo Caprice,” which flips the mood completely. This thing bursts with energy, like walking into a village festival full of laughter, clinking glasses, and people spinning around in colorful outfits. The rhythm skips along playfully, pulling you right into its whirlwind. There’s something mischievous about how the melody twists and turns, keeping you guessing what’ll come next. By the end, you’re grinning even though you didn’t realize you were smiling. It’s impossible not to tap your foot or hum along—even if you suck at humming (like me). What makes this album special isn’t just the music itself but the care poured into every detail. Producer Norbert Kraft and editor Bonnie Silver clearly knew what they were doing because everything sounds crisp without losing warmth. And shoutout to Richard M. Long for the liner notes—they give context without sounding pretentious, which is harder than it looks. But honestly? Listening to this album made me think about how we often overlook composers like Regondi. Sure, names like Bach or Beethoven dominate the spotlight, but guys like him remind us that genius doesn’t always scream for attention—it whispers instead. That’s what Holmquist captures perfectly here: the quiet brilliance of a composer who deserves more recognition. And hey, weird thought—what if Regondi wrote these etudes imagining future listeners discovering them centuries later? Like little musical time capsules meant to connect souls across eras. Kinda poetic, huh? Anyway, whether you’re a hardcore classical fan or just someone looking for something beautiful to fill the silence, Guitar Works Vol. 1 is worth your time. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself zoning out during dinner because “Larghetto” hit you too hard. Happens to the best of us.

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Artist: Giulio Regondi, John Holmquist
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Fête Villageoise: Rondo Caprice6:37
Etude No. 3: Allegro Con Moto3:40
Etude No. 8: Allegretto Con Moto Ben Marcato La Melodia4:45
Etude No. 7: Allegretto2:34
Etude No. 6: Andante6:29
Etude No. 9: Larghetto2:34
Etude No. 5: Allegretto2:05
Etude No. 2: Andante Con Moto5:12
Etude No. 10: Allegro Moderato5:15
Adagio - Allegretto Scherzando
Etude No. 1: Moderato2:55
Etude No. 4: Adagio Cantabile6:34

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Catalog Numbers

8.554191

Labels

Naxos

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album

Companies

RoleCompany
Phonographic Copyright (p)HNH International Ltd.
Copyright (c)HNH International Ltd.
Glass Mastered AtSonopress

Credits

RoleCredit
Composed ByGiulio Regondi
GuitarJohn Holmquist
Liner NotesRichard M. Long
PaintingEnrico Leonessa
ProducerNorbert Kraft
Edited ByBonnie Silver

Notes

  • Recorded in 1998.
  • Made in E.C.

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 636943419120
  • Rights Society: GEMA
  • Label Code: LC 05537
  • SPARS Code: DDD
  • Matrix / Runout: [Sonopress logo] A-52652/ 8.554191 A

About Giulio Regondi, John Holmquist

Italian classical guitarist, concertinist and composer, born in 1822, died 6 May 1872 in London, UK.

Name Vars

  • G. Regondi
  • Guilio Regondi
  • Regondi

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: the album *Guitar Works Vol. 1: Ten Etudes, Introduction and Caprice* brings a Romantic-era gem back to life. It features compositions by Giulio Regondi, a 19th-century guitar virtuoso who was kind of like the rock star of his time. The album, released in 2001 on the Naxos label, is played masterfully by guitarist John Holmquist. Fun detail—Regondi’s music was nearly forgotten for decades until musicians like Holmquist helped rediscover it. Tracks like *Fête Villageoise: Rondo Caprice* feel like stepping into a lively village festival, full of charm and energy. It’s wild to think this music survived over a century to find new ears today!