ALDO

ALDO's music transports the listener to some other place - where the sky rests upon the ocean, the ocean glides onto the beach, and the wind is all but a gentle breeze. The artist's first creation "Close To You" released in 2003 continues to receive 5 stars ratings, the song "Silent Star" received US national radio play on the syndicated radio program "Echoes", the music from "Close To You" continues to receive air play on a variety of Internet radio stations, International satellite radio, and public radio stations within the US and abroad.
ALDO's music contains a light and mellow blend of acoustic and nylon string guitars accompanied by some slow grooves, textures, and natural sounds, perfect in setting the right atmosphere for romance, passion, or deep relaxation!
Wind and Wire, reviewer Bill Binkelman writes: This album is a first rate exploration of acoustic guitar instrumentals; I was consistently impressed by both ALDO's production and his winning ways with melody, song structure, and, of course, his guitar playing; I highly recommend this CD; Over the years, I've seen a lot of good-to-great talent go unrecognized, but ALDO's "Close To You" is simply too good to be ignored.
ALDO received his classical guitar training and music degree under the direction of professor Glenn Lyons at the University of West Chester. ALDO uses a combination of classical and finger style techniques to achieve his unique guitar sound. He classifies his musical style as "Contemporary Classical Guitar" because the music he creates departs from traditional classical guitar music; ALDO's original style has been described by others as having the following elements:
'Mediterranean', 'Italian', 'Spanish', 'Latin', 'New Age', 'Smooth Jazz'
'Spiritual', 'Romantic', 'Relaxing', 'Passion'
Listener Reviews:
Close To You' Gives voice to the stars!
Reviewer: Jeannie Sanders from MI (www.myspace.com/pethikemou)
'Close To You' lifts you up to the stars, dips you in the sea, and warms you with the sunshine of a gentle guitar on this profoundly soothing collection. Guided securely at the hand of a confident talent, 'Close To You' coaxes you to relax and asks you to feel nostalgic; you will feel transported, yet comforted and safe when you are in the presence of this work.
It is strong and lovely!
Awesome, engaging & moving!!!
Reviewer: Joseph Stefanick from PA :
This is one of the best new CDs that I have in my collection. Aldo's music is moving, very engaging and just plain awesome. I listened to the CD numerous times in my car while traveling recently. I had Goosebumps and tears at times; Aldo really puts his emotion into the music! This CD is a definite buy!
Really great music, I enjoyed it immensely
Reviewer: Shannon Nations :
The music was inspiring and relaxing at the same time. It even made me cry. Please keep playing your music; you have touched my soul as well as my heart
Excellent Guitar Music
Reviewer: Robert Lee Johnson from Denver, CO :
One of the Best Contemporary Guitar CDs I have ever heard. My Guitar Heroes are Chet Atkins, Jerry Reed, Andres Segovia, Julian Bream, John Williams, and I have to put Aldo in the class with the finer Guitarists.
Phenomenal!
Reviewer: Jeanna S. from Bradenton, FL :
Aldo's music is relaxing, meditative and moving. "Close to You" creates the perfect atmosphere for any environment; it will make a connection with any mood or setting. Highly recommend for anyone who loves listening to beautiful, creative music. I listen to this CD constantly, and look forward to more from ALDO in the future!
Aldo's music is beautiful!
Reviewer: Farrokh Attarzadeh from Sugar Land, TX :
I first came across the Aldo music through the latest release of a CD called Passion by Soothingmusic.com. This CD was actually the 2005 release of Mehdi, that I happened to have all his CDs and enjoy them all very much. Having listened to the Aldo tracks (3 of them) so many times, I decided to have the full CD by Aldo which I got about a month ago. Aldo's music is beautiful and all tracks sound just great. I recommend this CD to all instrumental music lovers