Solo Guitar Works, Volume 1

Written by a very experienced composer who understands the subtlety of uncluttered writing,...uncomplicated but at the same time beautiful and intense music. Recommended for progressively minded guitarists looking for accessible new music - Neil Smith, Classical Guitar Magazine

Each of the selections in this collection are enjoyable to sightread and nearly half of the selections could easily find their way to the concert stage. A well-produced anthology from an important figure in the fingerstyle guitar world and dedicated musician. - Robby Thompson, Fingerstyle Guitar Magazine

With over 200 original compositions to Ralph Towner's credit, along with numerous arrangements of jazz classics, this collection represents the first in a series from GSP to chronicle this prodigious body of work. Haunting melodies, unexpected chordal changes and recurring rhythmic motifs all exemplify the signature Towner sound. The voicings used are emblematic of a true jazz master and are incredibly instructive in expanding the tonal palette and captures the verve necessary to realize a true jazz experience. We are very fortunate that this great artist is willing to take the time to set down for posterity so many of these works. - John Martin, Guitart International Magazine