Giuliani: Solo Guitar Music performed on 19th Century Guitar
David Starobin plays this program on a replica of a guitar built around the time Giuliani  was writing the music. The instrument has a quieter, less aggressive sound than a contemporary  guitar, though the differences are subtle. He also has selected well from among Giuliani's many  guitar pieces, picking only relatively interesting music. Then he does his best to further enliven it  with the fine musicianship of his playing, adding color and variety. Giuliani is not my favorite  composer, but this recital provides a listenable program.--Leslie Gerber