Buso, Piergiacomo & Marco Longhi
Mario Gangi: Complete Works For Guitar Duo
Mario Gangi (1923-2010) was one of the most significant figures in 20th-century guitar history, excelling as a composer, educator, and performer. His musical training began with the study of the double bass, yet the guitar ultimately became his primary means of expression. His tenure with the RAI Light Music Orchestra underscores his versatility and openness to diverse musical genres. Gangi was a prolific composer, known for original works distinguished by elegance and sophistication. As a professor at the Conservatories of Naples and Rome, he shaped generations of guitarists through his pedagogical method, which remains widely employed today. His musical output encompasses compositions for solo guitar, duos, and chamber ensembles, as well as transcriptions and arrangements. This album explores his repertoire for guitar duo, highlighting his ability to blend various musical styles and idioms. His works traverse classical repertoire and folk traditions, incorporating jazz and Baroque influences. Gangis contribution to classical guitar was paramount, both as a performer and as an innovator.