Composer

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Agustín Barrios-Mangoré

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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3:37

Agustín Barrios-Mangoré was a Paraguayan classical guitarist and composer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists of all time. He composed a large number of works for the guitar, including the famous "La Catedral" and "La Samaritana". "La Samaritana" is a suite for solo guitar that was composed by Barrios-Mangoré in 1921. The piece is inspired by the story of the Samaritan woman who meets Jesus at the well, as told in the Gospel of John. The suite is divided into three movements, each of which represents a different aspect of the story. The first movement, "El Pozo" (The Well), is a slow and contemplative piece that sets the scene for the story. The music is characterized by its use of arpeggios and harmonics, which create a sense of mystery and wonder. The second movement, "El Encuentro" (The Encounter), is a lively and energetic piece that represents the meeting between the Samaritan woman and Jesus. The music is characterized by its use of fast runs and intricate fingerpicking patterns, which create a sense of excitement and urgency. The third movement, "La Conversación" (The Conversation), is a slow and introspective piece that represents the conversation between the Samaritan woman and Jesus. The music is characterized by its use of long, sustained notes and gentle arpeggios, which create a sense of intimacy and reflection. "La Samaritana" premiered in 1921 and quickly became one of Barrios-Mangoré's most popular works. The piece is known for its beautiful melodies, intricate harmonies, and virtuosic guitar playing. It is often performed by classical guitarists around the world and is considered a masterpiece of the guitar repertoire.

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