In their new CD Altamira, guitarist Gabor Olgyay and percussionist Aurel Hollo of Hungary give us an intensely entertaining blend of world music and jazz. While the musical stylings vary throughout, the most present sounds are those of the classical guitar, the meringue and wind instruments as well as occasional gentle vocals. The compositions range from a more classic Spanish feel and hints of Hungarian folk, to more experimental jazz and new age flavored pieces, and each song progresses throughout the CD from the classical to modern jazz, making for a most enriching musical journey.
In this journey, listeners will start out with Abel, a gorgeous melody rich with the sounds of a Spanish inspired classical guitar, flute, bass guitar, even maracas. Sunny, mediterranean, and a little jazzy, the feeling remains throughout the CD, but merges more often with gentle jazz rhythms and a decidedly contemporary sound. The overall impression is of a warm and vibrant collection of Old World meets New, making Altamira a project worthy of an earnest listen.
Want to win your own copy of Altamira? We have TWO to give away! ($12.97 retail, each)
Or if you can’t wait…
Multiple Options for Entry:
1.) Just visit the Altamira CDBaby page and listen to a few samples in the left-hand column. Tell me what you like about the music and why. (You may enter once a day.) Remember, leave an interesting comment. If I cannot contact the winner, you might be chosen instead based on your comment.
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I listened to meringue and aquina.. I liked the nice light sound… it almost sounds random (or unexpected anyway) but you can tell there is a plan there and it draws you in. It is very lighthearted music to relax by.
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I like the sound of a guitar.
I am a subscriber – love the music – very upbeat and happy
wow this just blew me away. thanks for introducing me to altamaira project
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it’s beautiful!!!!
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I think the silena is beautiful.
I like the variety of instruments and compositions. The samples I listened to made me dream of beautiful natural landscapes and relaxed me. It might be fun to have this CD playing in the house while doing chores so that the chores become less intense as the music makes me drift away a bit from reality.
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I was drawn to the album cover for a start & was so pleased the music lived up to expectations. Well worth listening to.
i like the blend of different styles
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good sound thanks
This is very light music that both relaxes and energizes. Great listening!
Happy Friday!
I like the sounds, the guitar and all
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Friday’s entry. Thanks!
Ah, acoustic nylon strings have such an exquisite sound. As an amateur guitarist, I’m jealous. Please accept my entry. Thank you.
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My Saturday entry, thanks!
happy saturday
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I call this feel good music! This is the kind of music that makes you feel good!
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My husband plays the sax so he loves anything that has to do with Jazz
I would like to win
I would love to listen to these sounds as I do my artwork…it seems to be exactly what I am searching for, vibrations of gentleness and movement… to relax and be inspired!
Saturday’s entry. Thanks!
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I love the feel that a flute adds to upbeat music like this!
Sunday entry for me please
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A Monday entry for some great music!
happy monday!
Would like to win this.
Monday’s entry. Thanks!
A Monday entry for me please
Here’s hoping for a new sensational sound in the house soon!
happy tuesday
The samples I listened to were relaxing and beautiful. I’d love to hear that kind of music while I was outside playing in the sunshine with my daughter.
I love the music and hopefully I can be listening to it more often. Thanks!
Tuesday’s entry. Thanks!
i like the blend of different styles
I would really love to win this. The music is wonderful and would be great to listen to while relaxing after a long day at work.
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