Louis XIV, King of France, was a keen dancer and guitarist, with Voltaire noting that 'The only thing he ever learned was to dance and to play the guitar.'
Composer Biography
Francesco Corbetta, a prominent guitarist of the 17th century, was initially destined for a different path by his parents, but his passion for the guitar prevailed.
Cultural Impact
Corbetta was sent by the Duke of Mantua to teach the young Louis XIV, King of France, to play the guitar, an instrument much in vogue at the time.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Corbetta's last book of guitar music, dedicated to Louis XIV, King of France, was tailored to the King's preferences, featuring battle pieces and a predominant rasgueado style.
Cultural Impact
Corbetta introduced the betting game 'l'Acca di Catalonia' to England, accumulating significant wealth before his license was revoked due to public complaints.
Compositional Technique
Corbetta was a master of both rasgueado (strumming) and punteado (lute-like plucking) styles, combining them to create daring harmonies in his guitar music.
Performer Biography
Jakob Lindberg, the performer on this album, developed his initial passion for music through The Beatles before becoming a renowned lutenist.
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