RCA Victor Red Seal once again presents "The Ultimate Guitar Collection" this time the second volume that is inspiring and moving with originality abounding. Many favorites are stand outs - Albert Roussel (1969-1937), Federico Mompou (1893-1987), William Byrd (1543-1623), Francis Cutting (1583-1603) and Joaquin Rodrigo (1901) each selection is passionate, poetic and yes, even breath-taking. Bream uses techniques that are melodic blendings and shades of stunning basslines with unique passages, simply captivating.

If you love classical music, foremost classical guitar music...this is a keeper, Julian Bream you are THE ULTIMATE!

Total Time: 77:42 on 20 Tracks...RCA Victor 63713...(2000)


Spectacular   February 11, 2002
 6 out of 6 found this review helpful

The brilliance of Breams guitar/lute shines through. If you love any of his work you will love this, I can never get tired of his work.Especially this one. Antantino grazioso is absolutely amazing.


Ultimately Satisfying   February 2, 2004
 4 out of 4 found this review helpful

A wonderful companion to the first set, this edition includes 20 beautifully recorded pieces by one of the master guitarists of the twentieth century. And Bream is at his best in these recordings, showing off his amazing technique, as well as his almost daunting emotional power. An amazing gift to guitarists and music lovers.


Very Nice Bream Collection   March 3, 2005
 3 out of 4 found this review helpful

I have volumes one and two, but I prefer volume two because it contains later recordings, which are of a better sound quality than the tin-can reverb that predominates in volume one. I really like the inclusion of about a half dozen lute pieces in addition to the guitar. I wasn't a lute fan before, but after hearing Bream playing lute on this CD, I am a convert. Ditto with what one reviewer said about Sor's Andantino Grazioso--purely delightful.

Overall, this CD consists of a good variety of masterfully played music. I only wish most of Bream's recordings were recorded using later technology, which would make his playing shine even more.


Not what I thought!   November 8, 2004
 1 out of 21 found this review helpful

Well, a bit of a "anti-climax"! I was expecting something totally different. Not at all the kind of guitar music I like but will make out a great unexpected gift (hopefully). The delivery time from order to delivery was excellant, 19days - internationally!