Paco de Lucía was a Spanish virtuoso flamenco guitarist, composer, and record producer, known for his innovative fusion of flamenco with jazz and classical music.
His album "Fuente y caudal" is credited with changing the world of flamenco guitar and expanding its cultural reach.
Paco de Lucía won the Latin Grammy Award for Album of the Year, highlighting his impact on the music industry.
Biography
Early Life
Francisco Gustavo Sánchez Gómez, known as Paco de Lucía, was born on December 21, 1947, in Algeciras, Spain. He grew up in a musical family, which greatly influenced his early exposure to flamenco music. His father, a guitarist, and his brothers, who were also musicians, nurtured his talent from a young age. De Lucía began playing guitar at the age of five, and by his teenage years, he was already performing professionally.
Career
Paco de Lucía's career spanned several decades, during which he became a leading figure in the world of flamenco guitar. He was known for his innovative approach, blending traditional flamenco with elements of classical and jazz music. His groundbreaking album, "Fuente y caudal," is often credited with revolutionizing flamenco guitar and expanding its audience beyond traditional boundaries. Throughout his career, he collaborated with notable musicians, including jazz legends Al Di Meola and John McLaughlin, further solidifying his reputation as a versatile artist.
De Lucía's discography includes numerous acclaimed albums, such as "Los chiquitos de Algeciras," "Almoraima," and "Flamenco-Jazz." His contributions to music earned him several prestigious awards, including the Latin Grammy Award for Album of the Year and the Princess of Asturias Award for the Arts. He was also recognized as an honorary doctor by the University of Cadiz and Berklee College of Music.
Legacy
Paco de Lucía is widely regarded as the world's premier flamenco guitarist and one of Spain's greatest musical exports. His influence on flamenco music is profound, with many fans and musicians considering the genre's evolution to be divided into the periods "Before Paco" and "After Paco." His innovative style and technical prowess have inspired countless guitarists, and his legacy continues to shape the future of flamenco music. De Lucía passed away on February 25, 2014, leaving behind a rich musical heritage that resonates with audiences worldwide.
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Discography
Sólo quiero caminar1981
- 1.Sólo quiero caminar6:18
- 2.La tumbona4:21
- 3.Convite3:57
- 4.Montiño4:04
- 5.Chanela3:58
- 6.Monasterio de sal4:54
- 7.Piñonate4:46
- 8.Palenque4:52
Castro Marín1981
- 1.Monasterio de sal4:48
- 2.Gitanos Andaluces4:59
- 3.Castro Marín4:17
- 4.Herencia5:39
- 5.Convite5:13
- 6.Palenque7:27
- 7.Huida4:01
Como el agua1981
- 1.Como el agua (Tangos)3:42
- 2.Gitana te quiero (Bulerías)3:45
- 3.Pueblos de la tierra mía (Alegrías)3:07
- 4.Quiero quitarme esta pena (Bulerías)3:43
- 5.Sentao en el valle (Fandangos de Huelva)2:17
- 6.Tu amor para mí no es fantasía (Tangos)4:17
- 7.En tu puerta de la luna (Taranto y taranta - Malagueña)4:24
- 8.La luz de aquella farola (Bulerías)3:22
Paco de Lucía Interpreta a Manuel de Falla1978
- 1.El sombrero de tres picos, Pt. 2: I. Danza de los vecinos (Seguidillas) [Arr. Paco de Lucía para guitarra]3:13
- 2.El Amor Brujo: VIII. Danza ritual del fuego (Arr. Paco de Lucía para 2 guitarras y ensemble)4:25
- 3.El amor brujo: I. Introducción y pantomima (Arr. Paco de Lucía para guitarra)3:00
- 4.Siete canciones populares españolas: No. 1, El paño moruno (Arr. Paco de Lucía para 2 guitarras)1:29
- 5.El sombrero de tres picos, Pt. 2: II. Danza del molinero (Farruca) [Arr. Paco de Lucía para guitarra]3:06
- 6.La vida breve: Danza española No. 1 (Arr. Paco de Lucía para guitarra)3:24
- 7.El amor brujo: IX. Escena (Arr. Paco de Lucía para guitarra)1:26
- 8.El Amor Brujo: X. Canción del fuego fatuo (Arr. Paco de Lucía para 2 guitarras y ensemble)4:05
- 9.El amor brujo: V. Danza del terror (Arr. Paco de Lucía para guitarra)1:49
- 10.El sombrero de tres picos, Pt. 1: III. Danza de la molinera (Fandango) [Arr. Paco de Lucía para guitarra]4:02
Castillo de arena1977
- 1.Samara3:27
- 2.Donde se divisa el mar3:23
- 3.Y mira que mira y mira3:20
- 4.De tus ojos soy cautivo3:14
- 5.Dos estrellas relucientes / De la alegre primavera2:20
- 6.Como castillo de arena3:57
- 7.Vivo pa quererte3:51
- 8.De lo que yo soy pa ti / Por culpa de tu cariño2:47
- 9.Que he dejao de quererte2:01
- 10.Por cositas malas2:53
Almoraima1976
- 1.Almoraima (Bulerías)5:23
- 2.Cueva del gato (Rondeña)5:42
- 3.Cobre (Sevillanas)3:09
- 4.A la perla de Cádiz (Cantiñas)4:25
- 5.Ole (Jaleos)4:18
- 6.Plaza alta (Soleá)6:11
- 7.Rio ancho (Rumba)4:29
- 8.Llanos del real (Minera)3:36
Arte y Majestad1975
- 1.Que mis ojitos te vean (Soleá)3:28
- 2.Sólo vivo pa quererte (Granaína)2:49
- 3.Malito yo estaba (Seguirilla)4:22
- 4.Tu cariño es mi castigo (Bulerías)2:42
- 5.Ni que me manden a mí (Fandangos)4:10
- 6.En la boca de una mina (Tarantos)3:49
- 7.Déjala vivir en paz (Fandangos)3:04
- 8.Arte y Majestad (Bulerías)3:01
- 9.No naqueres más de mí (Tangos del Titi)2:17
- 10.Isla de León (Cantiñas)3:13
- 11.En la puerta de una ermita (Fandangos de Huelva)2:01
Fuente y caudal1973
- 1.Entre dos aguas6:00
- 2.Aires choqueros4:14
- 3.Reflejo de luna3:52
- 4.Solera3:44
- 5.Fuente y caudal5:12
- 6.Cepa andaluza5:48
- 7.Los pinares3:36
- 8.Plaza de San Juan3:12
El duende flamenco de Paco de Lucía1972
- 1.Percusión Flamenca3:45
- 2.Barrio La Viña3:28
- 3.Doblan Campanas5:47
- 4.Farruca de Lucía4:38
- 5.Tientos del Mentidero3:30
- 6.Farolillo de Feria4:09
- 7.De Madrugá3:15
- 8.Cuando canta el gallo3:52
- 9.Punta del Faro4:01
- 10.Canastera4:10
El mundo del flamenco1971
- 1.Guajiras de Lucía3:13
- 2.Con el pensamiento4:39
- 3.Al Tempul3:38
- 4.Al puerto4:48
- 5.María de los Dolores3:25
- 6.Taconeo gitano3:00
- 7.Callecita que subes4:56
- 8.Recuerdos3:06
- 9.El Impetu2:59
- 10.El Rinconcillo2:51
El Camarón de la Isla con la colaboración especial de Paco de Lucia (1971)1971
- 1.Son tus ojos dos estrellas (Bulerías)3:30
- 2.La mujer con ser mujer (Malagueñas)2:00
- 3.Por mala lengua que tienes (Soleá de Alcalá)4:11
- 4.Sin motivos ni razón (Fandangos)2:43
- 5.En la provincia de Cádiz (Petenera)3:01
- 6.De una mina de la unión (Minera)2:32
- 7.El espejo en que te miras (Soleá)3:05
- 8.Me la tienes controlá (Fandangos)2:37
- 9.Al Padre Santo de Roma (Tangos)3:18
- 10.Estoy cumpliendo condena (Polo)4:36
- 11.Se murió mi madre (Seguidillas)3:10
- 12.Me voy por la calle abajo (Bulerías)2:31
Recital de guitarra de Paco de Lucía1971
- 1.El Vito3:28
- 2.Mi inspiración3:20
- 3.Malagueña de Lecuona4:35
- 4.Serranía de Ronda4:14
- 5.Rumba improvisada4:08
- 6.Temas del pueblo4:42
- 7.Plazuela3:55
- 8.Zarda de Monty3:02
- 9.Andalucía de Lecuona4:21
- 10.Fuente Nueva3:29
El Camarón de la Isla con la colaboración especial de Paco de Lucía1970
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12 hits para 2 guitarras flamencas y orquesta de cuerda1969
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Al verte las flores lloran1969
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En Hispanoamérica1969
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Fantasía flamenca de Paco de Lucía1969
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Flamenco-Jazz1968
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Canciones andaluzas para 2 guitarras1967
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Dos guitarras flamencas en América Latina1967
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La fabulosa guitarra de Paco de Lucía1967
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12 canciones de García Lorca para guitarra1965
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12 éxitos para 2 guitarras flamencas1965
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Dos guitarras flamencas en stereo1964
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Los chiquitos de Algeciras1963
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Label
- Record label
- Island Records
Achievements
- Award
- Latin Grammy Award for Album of the Year
- Award
- Princess of Asturias Award for the Arts
- Award
- Dearest Son of Cádiz province
- Award
- Gold Medal of Merit in the Fine Arts
- Award
- Latin Grammy Award for Best Flamenco Album
- Award
- Billboard Latin Music Award for Latin Jazz Album of the Year
- Award
- Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame
- Award
- Gold Medal of Work Merit
- Award
- honorary doctorate of the University of Cadiz
- Award
- honorary doctor of the Berklee College of Music
- Award
- Princess of Asturias Awards
- Award
- Latin Grammy Awards
- Award
- honorary citizen of the Slavic language area
Groups
- Los Chiquitos de Algecirascurrent
- Paco de Lucía Sexteteponymous, originalcurrent
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Paco de Lucia
Spanish flamenco, classical, jazz guitarist & musician (1947-2014)
Francisco Gustavo Sánchez Gómez, known as Paco de Lucía, was a Spanish virtuoso flamenco guitarist, composer, and record producer. A leading proponent of the new flamenco style, he was one of the first flamenco guitarists to branch into classical and jazz. Richard Chapman and Eric Clapton, authors of Guitar: Music, History, Players, describe de Lucía as a "titanic figure in the world of flamenco guitar", and Dennis Koster, author of Guitar Atlas, Flamenco, has referred to de Lucía as "one of history's greatest guitarists".
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