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Yngwie Malmsteen
Concerto Suite for Electric Guitar and Orchestra in E Flat Minor Op. 1
Release Date: 1998 06 30
Label: Dream Catcher UK
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After toiling with classical references in his music for most of his career, guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen finally dedicated himself to writing a concerto for electric guitar. The combination is not unique, as several rock groups, including Metallica, have been backed by full orchestras, but this is the first work of its kind to feature the electric guitar as the lead instrument in a concerto. One of Malmsteen's biggest target's for criticism has been his inability to move beyond his speed demon reputation that he acquired after bursting on the scene in the early '80s. Seemingly stuck in arrested musical development this work proves that at least he's trying. There are many intriguing moments here and plenty of pyrotechnics, however, as a collective body of work, there is a lack of cohesiveness between his sometimes monotonous riffing and the orchestra. Despite the unevenness (unfortunately a Malmsteen trademark), this ranks as one of his best recordings. Recommended more for guitar fans than the classical connoisseurs, although the later may find the combination intriguing and perhaps even refreshing. Robert Taylor, All Music Guide

Tracks:

	Title	Composer	Time
1	Icarus Dream Fanfare	Malmsteen	5:26
2	Cavalino Rampante	Malmsteen	3:57
3	Fugue	Malmsteen	3:40
4	Prelude to April	Malmsteen	2:43
5	Toccata	Malmsteen	3:57
6	Andante	Malmsteen	4:21
7	Sarabande	Malmsteen	3:23
8	Allegro	Malmsteen	1:29
9	Adagio	Malmsteen	3:09
10	Vivance	Malmsteen	4:50
11	Presto Vivace	Malmsteen	3:40
12	Finale	Malmsteen	1:49