The origin of the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
These are early recordings by Andres Segovia, who established the status of classical guitar, made between 1927 and 1939.
The soft resonance and refined touch produced by the nylon strings vividly demonstrate the potential of the classical guitar as an instrument. Andres Segovia performs solo works by Bach, Albéniz, Tárrega, and others, revealing the structure of the music with rich tone and delicate phrasing. The recordings, made between 1927 and 1939, are a valuable collection of recordings documenting the establishment period of modern classical guitar performance. Despite being historical recordings, the concentration and musicality of the performances remain highly compelling even today.
