Search - Michael Gettel :: Narada Classic: San Juan I / San Juan Suite II

Perhaps the Finest Piano CD in Existence

S. Cairns | Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, United Kingdom | 07/08/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The good people at Narada have finally seen sense and re-released this CD as a "Narada Classic". And a classic it is too, for this CD features some of the most accompolished piano playing you're ever likely to hear. What technique this man has!Michael Gettel just oozes talent. His piano playing on "Summer Rain" is nothing short of incredible. He captures perfectly the subject of the piece. So much so, in fact, that my class of 11 year olds were able to guess the title of the piece just by listening to it.It is so rare to have a CD where every track is strong and commands one's full attention. This is definitely not mere background music. From ominous clasps of thunder to the sound of whales, Gettel's piano dances around Nature's wonders.Disc one is stronger than disc two, but the purchase price is more than justified by the brilliance of the original "San Juan". The melodies are breathtakingly beautiful and few of Gettel's fans would dispute that "San Juan Suite" showcases this musician at his very best.I cannot recommend this CD highly enough. A wonderful CD to be treasured."

His finest

granger | Ithaca, NY USA | 07/24/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"In a nutshell these are Michael Gettel's finest works. All of his music gives glimpses of his superb technique however these two disks have an immediacy and energy that his other disks just don't have. His other works, while certainly enjoyable in their own right, distract us with background accompaniment that only seems to gauze over the music. However, these are so direct and so well performed they will give you shivers! How about San Juan Suite III? Michael are you listening?"

Awesome!

Forest Gilbert | Lusby, MD | 08/02/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Incredible solo piano, particularly on San Juan Suite I. I love this CD!"