The story behind "Gracias Amigo"

Vicente Amigo is one of the greatest living guitarists and one of my great idols. Not only his breathtaking technique on the flamenco guitar but also his feeling for harmony and rhythm is unique. "Gracias Amigo" uses some elements of his style - but of course is miles away from the creativity and virtuosity of his recordings. The piece was supposed to be called "Gracias Vicente" - but I am so grateful to my friend Gabor for bringing Vicente to my attention in the first place and teaching me so much on the guitar that I have ambiguously named it "Gracias Amigo". Gabor's solo is absolutely great and I'm always amazed that he can play something like this off the cuff without any preparation.

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Guitar solo by Gabor Pogello Racz
Key: E major
Measure: 6/8
Tempo: 144