Ricardo Prieto is a classical guitarist with over ten years of public and private performing experience. Throughout his career he has played many genres that exist within the context of the classical guitar. Renaissance, Baroque, Contemporary, and Latin are a few of those genres, and at times those styles often create quite contrasting sounds and moods. This compilation disc represents the favorite pieces that have created a relaxing, captivating, and elegant ambiance for both audiences and performer. For whatever the occasion has been, this music has produced an experience that delights the spirit with romantic, peaceful, and soothing sounds. In this recording Ricardo has attempted to recreate that experience for the home listener, and to exude a debt of gratitude to the amazing composers who have given us that opportunity. The pieces on this CD were written for a wide variety of instruments and collectively they embody the beautiful tone and sound of the classical guitar that audiences have loved for centuries. Likewise, the classical guitar offers a unique sound that portrays the richness of harmony, melody, and rhythm found in the timeless pieces written by these beloved composers.