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El Samuraichi
Chris Dunnett
El Samuraichi
Genres: International Music, New Age
 
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For his CD, "El Samuraichi", guitarist Chris Dunnett takes listeners south of the border, and to other exotic locales. The 10-track release combines steel string and nylon string styles, for a combination of sounds that c...  more »

     
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All Artists: Chris Dunnett
Title: El Samuraichi
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: Baroquen Records
Release Date: 7/10/2001
Genres: International Music, New Age
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Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPCs: 803680135921, 783707381121

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For his CD, "El Samuraichi", guitarist Chris Dunnett takes listeners south of the border, and to other exotic locales. The 10-track release combines steel string and nylon string styles, for a combination of sounds that complement the traditional flamenco feel of the songs. More than just a self-indulgent guitar album, "El Samuraichi" displays arrangement abilities, and is song-oriented; Chris`s expressive playing evokes complex feeling and emotion. While traditional flamenco influence is a strong factor in the selections, there are also Middle Eastern, Gypsy, and neo-classical influences throughout the pieces. "El Samuraichi" is a diverse blend of fiery guitar work and innovative songwriting. "I try to create imagery with music," says Chris. "The songs become very picturesque." In addition to playing guitar on all tracks and producing the CD, Chris also performed all mandolin and keyboard parts. Guest performances on "El Samuraichi" include violin on three selections by Paul Patterson, violinist with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra; Michael Sharfe of Latin X-Posure on bass; and Charlie Schweitzer, percussionist for Tropicoso. Take a brief journey to destinations past and present with "El Samuraichi"...
 

CD Reviews

Guitar Master at Work
Vince Bennett | Cincinnati, Ohio United States | 08/07/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)

"I've heard Chris play locally many times and am constantly amazed at his composition, playing and his broad musical knowledge. In his act, he covers new age, flamenco, celtic, mid-east, etc. with original and covers of existing songs. My reaction to this CD was "WOW!". He has skillfully added strings, percussion, etc. to make a truly delightful CD. Sometimes the music carries you to where you think it should, and other times it has a delightful surprise. I strongly recommend that you take this CD to your favorite spot and listen to the last cut. Close your eyes and let it fill your soul!"