Francisco Tárrega's "Capricho Árabe" by Pepe Romero on an 1888 Antonio de Torres (ex F. Tárrega)

[@seanfrank5520]

What makes Pepe's interpretations so great is that he takes his time with the music, really digging into its emotional essence. So many people just want to be flashy, they miss the point of the piece!

[@zachcregle2931]

This is the first time I’ve heard this song where you can actually hear every note in the first few bars instead, to use the word you use, a flashy, my words blurry mess of the notes. The pieces carries so much more played like this. He’s a master for a reason.

[@Za7a7aZ]

@@zachcregle2931 Interpretation is alright and some play the piece better than the one who composed it..But there are also players who try to stay true to what is written..If fast parts sound blurry at an attempt to play what is written there is something wrong with the guitarist, the instrument, what is written or the hearing of the listener.

[@MichaelNeverisky]

Pepe has advised students "do not play the next note until you long for it".

[@respuestaepica]

What makes Pepe's interpretation so great is ...is the man is de F***ing Pepe Romero playing a guitar...a legend , a maestro, a Master, a incredible artist

[@alirezased2673]

The opposite can also be true, balancing the two ''interpretations'' is what extracts the beauty from music.

[@leyniaLip]

In all of Pepe's work I love his phrasing and feeling. Every note and every silence has its role.

[@freakybuzz]

He's playing Capricho on a guitar once owned by Tárrega himself! This piece has truly come home.

[@kgunitkeese17]

No matter how good I get at classical guitar and out of respect for Tárrega, I don’t feel I’m worthy of touching that guitar. If the people gave me the guitar to try, I’d politely refuse to touch it.

[@FiddleSticks800]

@@kgunitkeese17, Not me. I'd give Larimar and/or Pavana a go on it.

[@mrotty1726]

I would use it to steam my momos

[@giancarlodecristofaro3674]

Been playing this song for the better part of 15 years. I first learned it from a master class (on dvd). Listened to this interpretation and performance once, and it has completely changed the way I think of this song. The phrasing is glorious, what a master

[@iamsamsie]

I love how gracefully he plays, such character and color. He really brings the melodies to life❤

[@chebellman3348]

I can’t believe I grew up with this talented family in Del Mar, playing soccer together and watching the whole family perform every cinco de mayo! My junior high math teacher took me to see them at the Hollywood Bowl and made me realize how big they are. A true national treasure!

[@richardbenitez1282]

About every 2 years Pepe gave a concert in San Francisco. The auditorium venue was always sold out. Pepe knew the SF crowd was real guitar fanatics. He played pieces like this and others just to show his skill instead of the flashy better known pieces. Each time he would play this piece where each pluck of the string was soft and quiet. Then he would get louder and louder gradually. Only Pepe could do this. The crowds were stunned and gave standing ovation each time.

[@dadwhitsett]

Segovia was like that too. I still recall attending one his concerts in 1965 in Cleveland (yes, THAT Cleveland). Only a few performers have legendary status.

[@diydad7704]

This instantly brings back memories of a trip to Granada some years ago. We stopped for a drink at a small place somewhere in the city when suddenly a luthier test-played one of his guitars. He got carried away by the sound of his instrument very quickly and started noodling the spanish way for a while. I don't have any more intense memories of that journey and Mr. Romero brought them back effortlessly. Thanks a lot!

[@Learnavel]

A classical guitar giant playing one of the most iconic musical pieces on the instrument once owned by Tarrega himself. Amazing!

[@Madshadowgolem]

An amazing collaboration between an amazing artist and a legendary instrument. So grateful to GSI for making this possible!

[@lauradaniel5970]

This is one of my favorite versions I’ve heard. So many players rush it too much.

[@juankaloobe]

Ademas de la velocidad, es el sonido de los dedos en las cuerdas, cuando hace los ornamentos es belleza absoluta, es un sonido cremoso, sedoso que hacen las Yemas de sus dedos, no se escucha metalico como los demas guitarristas. yo creo que es el conjunto de la maravillosa guitarra y el propio Pepe que hace esta interpretacion tan hermosa, para mi es la mejor version que existe de capricho arabe.

[@cs3742]

He is listening as he plays, nuancing every phrase.

[@drganja3917]

Man this is the best version so far. Initially I was sceptical about the pacing but it grew on me and tone of this guitar is phenomenal. The piece itself is other worldly

[@ytg6352]

Every note you play is a pearl.

[@rodrirm]

Que responsabilidad tocar esta hermosa pieza en una guitarra del maestro de Torres, que alguna vez perteneció al mismísimo Francisco Tárrega. Hermosamente tocado, con una calidez y claridad sin igual. Felicitaciones y gracias por la inolvidable interpretación. Un saludo desde Argentina!

[@steveegallo3384]

Exactamente.....y BRAVO desde Acapulco!

[@huytrong936]

Romantic and wonderful classical guitar music. Thank you very much, Francisco Tárrega Musician, Classical Guitarist Pepe Romero, Antonio De Torres Guitar and Guitar Salon International. 🌹💖🌹💖🌹💖🌹💖

[@raulescobar4496]

Sentidísima interpretación del gran Pepe Romero, un redescubrimiento de un Tárrega apasionado.

[@todhursen8102]

Romero accentuates every note; his phrasing is excellent. It was like hearing Capricho Arabe played the way it should sound. He really is a grand master.

[@raffitorossian6994]

It was a unique performance of a giant artist. Thanks for uploading.

[@seangalbraith5286]

The most beautiful piece of music played by a master. Every note shines through the phrasing is impeccable Excellent really Excellent !!

[@Aquamentii]

My friend Aaron played this a lot in high school and it brings back good memories to listen to it now. Great recording!

[@kenji3389]

It is a blessing to be able to watch and listen to grand master playing on the grand master’s work. Arrangement sounds very emotional and that was how he was feeling this moment. It is wonderful to hear not always same arrangements. It makes each moment in history unique and special.

[@frederichr.hormelsteinlich6099]

Extraordinary music! When played like this (but who else can?), every single note tells not only its own story, but also the story of this piece as a whole. I feel now like I finally know what this music really says.

[@toinou2397]

Je vous admire depuis longtemps… cette interprétation est magnifique. Merci du fond du cœur pour tous ces morceaux partagés🤩

[@danielnietourena416]

Perfecta interpretación de una de esas joyas intemporales del repertorio español: Tárrega, Albéniz, Granados, Falla, Malats... No todos tocan bien aunque conozcan las piezas: hay que darles el tempo que requieren, el volumen, timbre y musicalidad de cada nota... Este es un maestro.

[@Boldstrummer]

So grateful to have had Pepe as a teacher as someone always in my corner with a kind word. I miss flying to Del Mar to study with the Romeros.

[@lucamanfredi1188]

How is he as a teacher ? Strict with the technique ? Fun to enjoy with ?

[@cesaresalgado1449]

Muy buena interpretación, indudablemente eres un Gran Consertista de la Guitarra...Muchas Felicitaciones y éxitos rotundos.

[@tyneoharrow]

I have never heard this piece played so beautifully 😢

[@saifieltmeizeh]

Such a masterful performance by one of the greats! He really makes that aged instrument sing! I am so glad the strings used were included in the description-they have a wonderful tone-of course mainly due to the Maestro's skill and the instrument, as well!

[@heaven8805]

great performance PEPE and the wonderful sound of the TORRES guitar thanks

[@timothytremblay7763]

A Beautiful composition and Beautifully performed, Thank you for sharing this true talent.

[@joemdee]

I’ve heard it played many, many times but never has it sounded so emotional. Perfection.

[@Josevelascomusic]

Asi debió sonar hace años! Esa era la sensación "imagino" que se quería lograr en esos tiempos. Bien hecho!

[@dominiqueguerillot6198]

Magnifique interprétation pleine de variations de rythme très à propos. J'aime beaucoup cette retenue.

[@magalionv6473]

Que maravilla escuchar una guitarra del siglo XIX

[@MichaelsPaintingChannel]

That was so stunning. What a sound, goosebumps..

[@mcborov_]

Probably, best performing of capricio on YT

[@grggrg6428]

MARAVILLOso EnTODOS MOS IDIOMAS DEL MUNDO,¡GRACIAS POR TANTO ARTE Y BELLEZA!!!

Gracias, hermosa Melodia! si asi fueran todos los caprichos, la vida seria mas bella.

[@ry9013]

Bravo, world class performance.

[@pauligno74]

goosebumps for 6 long minutes ... my skin can't handle this. amazing ...

[@elezahar]

Qué gozada...cada nota. Qué maestría. Gracias.

[@Aislanzito]

Great Pepe Romero

[@abenassini]

Lovely interpretation, with a natural pace, with no eccentric virtuosity. Thanks for sharing this jewel

[@vinwillcock612]

Beautiful articulation. Beautiful story.

[@drguitarscott]

Beautifully played, wonderful colours and tone and the tempo blows me away!

[@eduardobernardesdemelo5636]

Que perfeição armoniosa! Valeuuu 😄

[@margheritaversari418]

Grandissimo, Maestro! Interpretazione raffinata, a una velocità moderata che mi piace.

[@aguco100]

Fantástica interpretación, cargada de recuerdos de la infancia

[@Michajeru]

What a beautiful tone! Torres guitars are surely the Stradivarius of guitars. Pepe is probable the perfect player to demonstrate the exquisite sound of a Torres guitar.

[@diydad7704]

That may be true but a guitarists tone is in his fingers.

[@briandang5869]

@@diydad7704 exactly, a guitar requires much more tone from the fingers than the violin(although tone is still important its kinda necessary for a good violin for a nice and listenable interpretation)

[@robtaylor9547]

Loving Pepe, given me the inspiration to pick up classical guitar and learn a little

[@sk8pkl]

This is tuned to a432... For those who try to reproduce

[@우니라나]

Indeed, the base tone is so deep and rich.

[@purrfekt]

Sublime. A master at work.

[@grandroofing1604]

His interpretation flows in a nice clean pace. Thank you

[@HarryRemer]

I listened to three or four versions of this piece this morning by different musicians. Pepe takes the gold. Everybody knows how to play this lyrically… Pepe plays it musically. Brings tears to my eyes, which is the ultimate test. Everyone else was soothing-not bad, but not MUSICAL.

[@alejandrocampos4720]

perfección absoluta!!!

[@ANARUTHALBRECHT]

An artist ,can close my eyes and listen ,seem something longing and changing .

[@cemalyesil]

Her nota ayrı ayrı anlamlı şekilde icra edilmiş, bu yorum tarzı eserin ruhunu ön plana çıkarıyor, Pepe Romeo daha hızlı çalsaydı bile, yine bu özenli tarzını korurdu. Büyük bir usta. Saygılarımla…

[@tama5570]

Mind blowing playing / interpretation

[@angelikaseegers-classicalg8053]

Amazing sound ! Thank you for sharing !

[@mk0879vg]

I know he’s regarded as one of the greatest players and wow this was good.

[@hermantangdililing2268]

What a beautiful playing.

[@QUIGS102]

Perfect timing and delivery

[@sathiarajsuppiah3640]

To be honest,l love Pepe's playing.Alot of feelings has been given to this music.

[@snelled]

Thank you it is so great to hear a great guitar and not have to look at it behind glass in an over prices bar.

[@andrewszmauz3529]

Amazing

[@SERGIOBS-1960]

Que beleza essa execução!!! BRAVÍSSSIMO!!!!

[@DanielOliveiraViolao]

Great interpretation. Thank you!

[@yangtao6669]

Best performance. Best recording

[@frandsenphilip1]

Best rendition I've heard thus far - kudos!

[@Lopfff]

His rubato choices are masterful

[@asplett67]

Ich liebe Pepe Romero und seine Musik berührt mich nach wie vor. Ein Held meiner Jugend! Als Arzt, der die Helden seiner Jugend auf KZbin hört aber auch auch selber in den Spiegel schaut: wie vergänglich wir sind! Ich verneige mich vor der Kunst diese Maestro.

[@akahment]

I'm practicing it now. I hope I can master this piece 🙏🏻

[@mamercedesallesgomez6350]

Manos maravillosas

[@ucthangpham2374]

The best performance of capricho arabe that i have ever heard 👏 👏 👏 i think that's Exactly the same Tarrega wanted to perform on his mind.

[@patrickschettler4719]

Incredible performance!

[@BradConroy_guitar]

It is just perfect.

[@usefullprintables]

Sounds so intimate ! Never heard a version like this!

[@bonaerges7640]

El Mejor... Pepe Romero.

[@gustavoadolfogalvan550]

Cuanta belleza!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lucyyoung77777]

SENSATIONAL VERY BEAUTIFUL

[@Footmann_2022]

Great as Allways

[@queretano1966]

Felicidades Maestro !!!

[@anahigriceldarolandovizcai8057]

Bravo!!!👏👏👏

[@Duta_Agna]

Thank you for sharing this video ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🦋

[@juankaloobe]

Escuchando tantas versiones de Ana Vidovic, Sharon isbin y muchos más, hay algo en la interpretación del Maestro Pepe Romero que la hace única, es un sonido tan exquisito, los ornamentos son tan bellos, hay pura magia en sus dedos.❤❤

[@ruggerobelloni4743]

È Spagnolo ha molti anni in più ed è chiaramente romantico. Lo vedevo spesso da Yuris Zeltin che metteva a punto le sue chitarre.Non gli ho mai parlato ma mi salutava ogni volta cordialmente.Yuris mi ha mostrato la sua Torres di acero dicendomi "Non posso fartela nemmeno reggere ma toccala delicatamente così potrai raccontarlo"

[@zahykhoury]

Maestro Romero, the best at performing Tarrega's repertoire.

[@dariobarlocco]

Bravissimo!

[@dw8211]

it's like hearing it for the first time. master

[@normantong3475]

Pepe is true the master for this piece Many great guitarist just played it too fast and can’t catch the every notes and melody

[@ZRJZZZZZ]

The Grand Maestro of La Guitarra!

[@BobStCyr]

An amazing performance, master player on a master guitar. What strings are on that instrument?

[@picksalot1]

Beautiful performances. I wasn't watching carefully in the beginning, just listening. And, I quickly noticed that the guitar sounded noticeably better than the Ramirez he usually plays. The Torres is so balanced and rich across all tonal frequencies. I think Spruce makes the best sounding tops. Thanks

[@ww3032]

Not to mention the spruce here must be ancient by now.

[@ccaissie113]

I think the intonation is poor on that Torres...

[@javiermagallongimenez1563]

gracias.sip.

[@СеменоваСветлана-с5ы]

С раннего детства слышала не раз эту вещь, старший брат был гитарист, играл и дома. Такая чудная музыка и детям понятна, не только взрослым

[@tonyspada2744]

Just taught this to a student today❤

[@seadkurtic244]

Pepe je prva liga🍀🍀🍀

[@quietmind7476]

Segovia was never this good! I'm speechless at 70.

[@tonyspada2744]

Segovia knocked this out of the park

[@Larry30102]

The Master! 👏👏

[@timbrandis1151]

The pace is a little too leisurely for my taste but Sr Romero has that Torres singing like a angel. Exquisite tone.

[@Lindhofguitar]

I would love to spend just five minutes with this guitar 🙂. Soo original...