Masayuki Takagi, the guitarist on this album, began studying piano at age 6 and guitar at age 13 in Yugawara, Japan.
Instruments
The album features three guitars made by Spanish luthiers: José Luis Romanillos (Guijosa, 2006 'La Marian'), Antonio Marín Montero (Granada, 1995), and Arcángel Fernández (Madrid, 2009).
Performer Biography
Masayuki Takagi has won several international guitar competitions, including in Tokyo, Finland, and France.
Album & Artwork
The album's concept is a "fantastical musical journey through time and space" across Spain, from the late 19th century through the 20th century.
Performer Biography
Masayuki Takagi moved to Spain in 1982 to study guitar at the Real Conservatorio Superior de Música de Madrid, graduating with top honors in 1985.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in February 2002 and March 2012 at LBM Studio in Madrid, Spain.
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