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Tracklist

A1Aranjuez (Mon Amour) (5:29)

A2Serenade (3:26)

A3The Pearlfishers (Je Crois Entendre Encore) (3:06)

A4Londonderry Air (3:15)

A5Romance (3:37)

B1El Condor Pasa (4:06)

B2Playera (4:33)

B3Barcarolle (2:41)

B4Loving Eyes (4:43)

B5Estrellita (4:21)

Condition

Here’s a fascinating piece of crossover artistry that deserves more attention than it typically receives. Bert Lucarelli, principal oboist with the New York Philharmonic for over three decades, ventured far from the concert hall with this 1981 release on the obscure Jonella Record Company. “The Sensual Sound Of The Soulful Oboe” finds Lucarelli exploring Latin rhythms, folk melodies, and easy listening arrangements a bold departure that showcases the oboe’s versatility beyond its traditional classical confines. The album represents a unique moment when a world-class classical musician embraced popular genres, creating something that sits comfortably between the sophistication of chamber music and the accessibility of lounge jazz.

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Retro Revolution Records Halifax, Nova Scotia

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