[Harmonica] Robert Bonfiglio - Romances (1991) [APE]

Robert Bonfiglio - Romances (1991)
| APE+CUE | 304 MB | Harmonica, Instrumental | Label: High Harmony |

Released in 1991 under the High Harmony label, Romances by Robert Bonfiglio is a deeply expressive instrumental album that elevates the harmonica to classical and romantic heights. Known as the “Paganini of the Harmonica,” Bonfiglio brings exceptional musicality and emotional nuance to this often-underestimated instrument, transforming it into a powerful voice capable of both tenderness and grandeur.

The album is a collection of beloved classical and contemporary pieces, reimagined through the soft, velvety tones of the chromatic harmonica. Opening with Debussy’s “Reverie,” Bonfiglio sets a dreamy and introspective tone. His interpretation of “Cavatina,” famously known from The Deer Hunter, is elegant and heartfelt, while “The Swan” by Saint-Saëns captures the grace and melancholy of the original with delicate phrasing.

Highlights include “Recuerdos de la Alhambra,” where Bonfiglio skillfully mimics the tremolo guitar technique on harmonica, and Massenet’s “Meditation from Thaïs,” delivered with remarkable control and emotional depth. “Pavane Pour une Infante Défunte” is another standout, with Bonfiglio’s phrasing echoing the slow, dignified sorrow of Ravel’s orchestral masterpiece.

The album also bridges into lighter, popular repertoire with “Send in the Clowns” and “The Wind Beneath My Wings,” showing the harmonica’s versatility in conveying both intimacy and sentimentality. The final track, “Romance for Harmonica, Strings and Piano” by John Williams, is a fitting conclusion—a lush and cinematic piece that feels tailor-made for Bonfiglio’s expressive style.

Romances is more than a showcase of technical brilliance; it's a heartfelt tribute to the emotional power of melody. A rare gem for classical crossover fans and a testament to the harmonica's unique voice, this album is soothing, romantic, and quietly unforgettable.

专辑中文名: 罗曼史.黑口琴
专辑英文名: Romances
艺术家: 罗伯特-邦菲利奥
发行：High Harmony
发行时间: 1991年

Tracklist:
1. Reverie - 4:43
2. Cavatina - 3:39
3. The Swan - 2:50
4. The Last Night of the World - 3:30
5. Ariso - 2:53
6. Pavane Pour une Infante Défunte - 5:56
7. Send in the Clowns - 2:55
8. Recuerdos de la Alhambra - 4:10
9. Meditation [From Thais] (Massenet) - 5:33
10. Manha de Carnaval (Luiz Bonfa) - 3:29
11. The Wind Beneath My Wings - 2:54
12. Piano Concerto No. 21 - 7:49
13. Prelude Op. 28. No. 4 - 2:32
14. Romance for Harmonica, Strings and Piano (Williams) - 6:50

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