Famous Fados on Portuguese Guitar
A selection of Portugal’s most famous fados, arranged for and performed on Portuguese guitar by Custódio Castelo, lovingly selected by the master himself.
“Custodio's are the most creatively composed pieces for the Portuguese guitar, they approach classical music… undoubtedly one of the greatest talents capable of the most sophisticated pieces.” - Manuel Halpern
“He stands between the classic and the modern, between tradition and innovation…” – A Trompa
“Jaw-droppingly magnificent” - AllMusic
1. Maria Lisboa - 2:35
2. Barco Negro - 4:19
3. É ou não É - 2:02
4. Fado Malhoa - 3:28
5. Gostava de ser quem era - 2:15
6. Nem às paredes confesso - 3:18
7. Fadinho da Ti Mari Benta - 2:19
8. Vou dar de beber à dor - 2:31
9. Lavava no rio lavava - 3:00
10. Casa Portuguesa - 3:12
Bonus tracks:
11. Lágrima - 4:38
12. Ai Mouraria - 4:06
(from Custódio Castelo’s album ‘Amália Classics’ (EUCD2890)
Total playing time: 38:19 min.