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Esteban: Best of Esteban

Read "Best of Esteban" reviewed by Chris M. Slawecki


Born near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Stephen Paul apprenticed in Spain for four years under Andres Segovia, who bequeathed upon this protégé the professional name Esteban. Esteban's first new release since 2003 is not a convenient repackaging of previously recorded music; he recorded new versions of favorites from his repertoire, from Spanish dances to familiar ABBA and Beatles songs, instead.

On its surface, some of this might sound too comfortable and genteel. There's no denying the quality of Esteban's musicianship, ...


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