Christopher Parkening

Born: Dec 14, 1947 in Los Angeles, CA

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Genre: Folk

Biography: Widely recognized as an heir to the legacy of Andres Segovia, Christopher Parkening was celebrated among the greatest contemporary classical guitar virtuosos of his generation. His prolific discography included The Pleasures of Their Company, a collaboration with soprano Kathleen Battle, Parkening Plays ...Read full biography

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A Tribute To Segovia

Released: 1991

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This is a well-balanced set that finds Christopher Parkening playing selections from Spanish composers, including Segovia. A former student, and heir apparent. Parkening's impeccable technique, subtle ...Read full review

Angels' Glory

Released: 1996

Label: Sony Classical

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Kathleen Battle's Angels' Glory is a terrific holiday album that appropriately concentrates on religious-themed traditional carols. It's a somber yet joyous affair which won't be suited to light-hearted ...Read full review

More Christopher Parkening albums: Main Albums (11), Compilations (1)

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