Hyacintus - Fantasia en concerto

HYACINTHUS is the one-man project of Jacinto Miguel Corral, a classically trained and multi-instrumentalist from Argentina. His style is melodic symphonic prog in the pure 70's tradition and shows his strong classical roots (Wagner and Mahler mostly come to mind). Both of his cd's are concept albums featuring Latimer-like guitar solos, melodic synths and lush keyboards reminiscent of Rick Wakeman.

In "Fantasia en Concerto", eight guests contribute extra bass, keyboards, cello and vocals. A drummer is also credited but the drums sound almost entirely electronic, bringing the overall enjoyment down a notch - a common flaw to both albums. Where Corral really shines is as a guitarist, churning out some heart felt and uplifting melodies as well as slower, darker tunes. This is accessible material but the multi-layered structures provide enough nuances to keep the listener on his toes.

Recommended to fans of melodic prog such as The ENID, CAMEL, Mike OLDFIELD and the likes.

Hyacintus - Fantasia en concerto (2003)

Symphonic Prog • Argentina

Studio Album, released in 2003

Songs / Tracks Listing

 

1. INTRO TERRA HOXE (0:47)
2. L'Over (3:27)
3. PASSAGE TERRA I (0:28)
4. Antique song (5:09)
5. PASSAGE TERRA II (0:53)
6. Geomelodysong (3:36)
7. PASSAGE TERRA III (0:54)
8. Relmu Tromen (4:40)
9. PASSAGE TERRA IV (1:01)
10. Désir de Liberté (E.14) (5:18)
11. PASSAGE TERRA V (1:05)
12. Intimo (3:40)
13. PASSAGE TERRA IV (1:59)
14. White Mind (6:47)
15. TERRA HOXE FINAL (2:33)
16. Quién eres Tú (6:45)

Line-up / Musicians

- Jacinto Miguel Corral / guitars, keyboards, bass, violin, cello, percussion, vocals

Guests:
- Jose Luis Hernandez / drums
- Hugo Bistolfi / keyboards (16)
- Adrian Barilari / vocals (16)
- Daniel Sanchez / stick and bass (10)
- Victor Sanchez / percussion (4,10,12)
- Ariel Sanchez / melodica (10)
- Ana de Marchi / cello (10)
- Mery / vocals (10)

(available in lossless format)