Paco de Lucía
Francisco Sánchez Gómez (21 December 1947 - 25 February 2014), known as Paco de Lucía, was a Spanish virtuoso flamenco guitarist, composer, and record producer. A leading proponent of the new flamenco style, he was one of the first flamenco guitarists to branch into classical and jazz.
Quotes about Paco de Lucía
[edit]- Not sure where to start with flamenco? Check out Paco de Lucía and have your mind blown. Paco casts a huge shadow over the flamenco world, and is arguably the finest exponent of the Spanish style, well, ever. The embodiment of Iberian fire and skill, Paco’s mastery of flamenco techniques and jazz leanings saw him acclaimed across the world for the genius he undoubtedly was. Emotive, innovative, astonishing to watch and heart-rending to listen to.
- Rob Power of MusicRadar (June 16, 2017) [1]
