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Paco de Lucía | Essential albums and listening guide
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Paco de Lucía
Meet the artist
A flamenco guitarist whose innovations also opened conversations with jazz musicians. His guitar-trio collaborations with John McLaughlin and Al Di Meola form one part of a much broader musical life. A sharp attack and flowing runs rest on flamenco's strong rhythmic foundation.
Sensitivity to a singer and the power to fill a solo setting reveal more than speed alone. Exchanges with other guitarists highlight contrasting tones and accents. His collaborations expand the possibilities of his musical roots, while even quiet melodies retain a palpable sense of physical movement.
Where to start listening
Move between the three-guitar conversations of Friday Night in San Francisco and the flamenco textures of Luzia to hear different sides of his playing.
1981Friday Night in San Francisco
Paco de Lucía / John McLaughlin
John McLaughlin, Al Di Meola and Paco de Lucía in an acoustic guitar-trio concert. Fast exchanges and distinct rhythmic accents create a vivid conversation between jazz and flamenco.
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1998Luzia
Paco de Lucía
Paco de Lucía develops the sound of flamenco with longtime collaborators including Carles Benavent. The album also honours the memory of his mother.
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