Philippe Mouratoglou - Fernando Sor (2019)

The genius of Fernando Sor (1778 - 1839) deserved an interpreter capable of expressing its eloquent modernity. In April 2019, the guitarist Philippe Mouratoglou celebrates the genius of the composer Fernando Sor, atypical creator between Spain and France (he died in Paris), author of pieces now essential in the repertoire of classical guitar. On May 16 at the Athénée Théâtre Louis Jouvet, Philippe Mouratoglou questions the sincerity of his Studies (among others), sublimates the dramatic and poetic, melancholic or luminous writing of favorite works, those he prefers. The guitarist explores and their classic format, between balance and elegance; and their striking expressive intensity where often the effect of surprise, the contrasts, especially an astonishing harmonic refinement. Through the works chosen for his new album edited by Vision Fugitive, the guitarist restores the strong seduction of a powerful, original, experimental writing: never purely virtuoso, endowed with a depth that still captures today. Philippe Mouratoglou's Paris concert is presented on the occasion of the release of his new CD released on April 26, 2019 (distinguished by a CLIC) ...