Search - Xose Manuel Budino :: Arredor

Hip gaita music

suus | New York, NY | 05/07/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I first saw gaita player Xose Manuel Budino live in a millennial broadcast on PBS on December 31, 1999 -- he was playing with his band and some guest artists on the roof of the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela. It was the coolest thing and I LOVED the music -- it was a great mix of traditional and modern sounds -- kind of like Afrocelt Sound System. After a trip to Spain last month I now FINALLY own two of his CDs. I play this one all the time -- especially the track "Compostela"! If you like uptempo Celtic music with a twist, you'll love this."

Galician bagpiper rocks

Raul Antonio Garcia | Florida | 03/09/2001

(4 out of 5 stars)

"While visiting Galicia,Spain last summer I was drawn to the local gaita (bagpipe) music a tradition that dates from the time when the Celts lived in this green corner of Spain. At a local tavern in Santiago, the bartender was playing the cd by Xose Manuel Budino titled "Arredor". It was modern gaita backed by a strong rhythm section robustly playing that was very energizing. Budino is a consummate artist,very much on top of the intrument. There is even one lovely lament with voice in one of the selections offering respite from the fast-paced other tracks. I highly recommend this artist and music to those that love Celtic music or pan-world music or those not familiar with Galician musicianship."