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Concerto Suite for Electric Guitar and Orchestra

Yngwie Malmsteen · 1998

42 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal · neo-classical metal

A symphonic fusion of electric guitar virtuosity interwoven with orchestral grandeur and classical motifs.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic orchestral journeys
  • wave-like pacing experience
  • immersive instrumental storytelling
  • evocative emotional landscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Concerto Suite for Electric Guitar and Orchestra' marked Yngwie Malmsteen's ambitious foray into orchestral music, following his established career as a leading figure in neo-classical metal. This album came after a series of successful records and showcased Malmsteen's desire to blend rock with classical traditions, demonstrating his technical prowess and compositional skills.
Stylistic neighbors
Steve Vai· Joe Satriani· Michael Angelo Batio

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Icarus Dream Fanfare 5:26
  • 2 Cavallino Rampante 3:56
  • 3 Fugue 3:39
  • 4 Prelude to April 2:43
  • 5 Toccata 3:56
  • 6 Andante 4:20
  • 7 Sarabande 3:22
  • 8 Allegro 1:29
  • 9 Adagio 3:08
  • 10 Vivace 4:49
  • 11 Presto Vivace 3:40
  • 12 Finale 1:49

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