Genoan-born guitarist
Beppe Gambetta
is one of world's great musical treasures as an artist whose love of and scholarship in traditional music have crossed international borderlines. His influences from the Ligurian tradition of Italy and American bluegrass are well known, but
Gambetta
has also woven his love of the folk music of Sardinia, the British Isles, and even the Ukraine into his signature playing style. At first glance,
Gadfly
release
Live at the Teatro della Corte: The First 10 Years
might seem like a
solo date, but it is much more. The 14 selections here feature the guitarist in the company of contemporaries as well as some of his heroes from both sides of the Atlantic.
's repertoire on this disc is drawn from his numerous records and traditional songs. His guests include
Mike Marshall
,
Darrell Scott
Riccardo Barbera
Patty Larkin
Don Ross
Martino Coppo
Gene Parsons
Tony McManus
Missy Raines
Rolf Lislevand
Marco Pereira
, and more. While it may not be the place to start with
's music, for anyone familiar with it, this document, with its pristine sound and knockout performances, is an indispensable addition to his catalog. ~ Thom Jurek