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10 tracks | 38 minutes
Released Jul 2002
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- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:40 Choro lyrics BUY MP3 03:40 Choro lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:40 Choro
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:32 Courante lyrics BUY MP3 03:32 Courante lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:32 Courante
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:06 The Search lyrics BUY MP3 03:06 The Search lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:06 The Search
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 02:15 La Catedral (Preludio Saudade) lyrics BUY MP3 02:15 La Catedral (Preludio Saudade) lyrics "GIFT MP3" 02:15 La Catedral (Preludio Saudade)
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- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:29 Gavotte en Rendeau lyrics BUY MP3 03:29 Gavotte en Rendeau lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:29 Gavotte en Rendeau
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 05:46 Leyenda (Asturias) lyrics BUY MP3 05:46 Leyenda (Asturias) lyrics "GIFT MP3" 05:46 Leyenda (Asturias)
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A blend of Spanish, Brazilian and Classical guitar work with a light jazz touch. The setting is both solo performance as well as three of the Brazilian pieces played with a full rhythm section and percussion. The playing here is breathtakingly beautiful.
Bio / Background
Duarte's musical style is firmly based in traditional Latin music, while referencing elements of funk and jazz fusion.
His playing remains beautiful and communicative throughout, reflecting a true sense of the gypsy spirit. In his solo acoustic playing, as well as in his searing electric solos, he plays with a passion that equally captivates the listener.
The youngest of seven children, Duarte was exposed to a broad range of musical styles, including rock, folk, and big band jazz. In grade school, his Spanish teacher would often stay after class, playing and singing Flamenco music, and accompanying herself on the guitar. This was a major influence in his development.
Duarte began playing guitar at age 12, becoming lead guitarist in a rock band within four months. His innovation and curiosity led him to classical music and jazz during high school, and he continued playing acoustic styles as therapy from the rock bands.
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After leaving school, Duarte began to work professionally, playing R&B, funk, and other styles, touring and playing session dates. As he gravitated towards Latin music in the '80s, it soon became his main focus. He lived in England for a while, gigging there and throughout Europe. He toured with ex-Jerry Garcia keyboardist Merl Saunders, and played on recordings with ex-Santana/Journey keyboardist/vocalist Gregg Rolie.
Duarte's first Latin CD, Leyenda , was a mixture of classical, Spanish and Brazilian-contemporary music. His new release, Diamante, is a Latin-centric outing that focuses on danceable Brazilian grooves and fiery solo Flamenco pieces.
Duarte is currently working on music for his forthcoming CD which will be comprised of mostly original compositions. Plans are to return to Brazil during 2006 to play, record and teach.
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