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OTTMAR LIEBERT IN CONCERT:
Guitarist and Zen monk Ottmar Liebert is a giant of new age music, beloved by fans around the world for his virtuosic brand of Spanish-influenced guitar instrumentals. His pared down live performances are a model of less-is-more, moving audiences with simple yet emotional arrangements that allow his talents to really shine. Fans at Liebert's 2013 shows were treated to a decidedly spiritual experience, building anticipation for his 2014 tour dates with his band Luna Negra.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Born in Cologne, West Germany, Ottmar Liebert took up the guitar at age 11 and the flamenco guitar at 14. After several years playing rock music throughout Germany and the US, Liebert settled in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in 1989 and started the first incarnation of his band Luna Negra. Their 1990 debut LP Nouveau Flamenco marked a break with Liebert's rock past, instead exploring "new flamenco," a subgenre that featured traditional flamenco guitar alongside more contemporary pop elements. Over the next two decades, Liebert released more than 20 studio albums, five of which received Grammy nominations for Best New Age Album. The recipient of 38 Gold and Platinum certifications from the RIAA, Liebert is poised for even more success with two new albums slated for 2014.
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"To describe Ottmar's performance as amazing would be an understatement. It was without a doubt...the evening of a lifetime. He plays with his heart and soul — you as the audience feel every chord that he strums."
"Ottmar Liebert was incredible. He played for an hour and a half and it was one of the best concerts I've been to. He played some new music, the new CD is fabulous. He played some old music, it was the perfect mix of songs. He is a humble and talented man."
"Spiritual and then some. His playlist was great and in some cases, I preferred the stage version over the studio version."
Absolutely Awesome!! Except for the idiots in the back that obviously bought the tickects because they happen to be in the area or on business and just wanted to go to a concert and didnt have a clue who the artist was. I actually enjoyed his first set more than the second but both were more than i expected. Awesome!!
Watching Ottmar play live was a dream come true since I bought one of his tapes in in 1992.... His band is amazing, professional players full of passion and music knowledge. I just missed his long hair!
The faithful were treated to another polished performance by Ottmar Liebert and Luna Negra last evening at the House of Blues in Dallas. The Luna Negra line-up included veterans Jon Gagan (bass + keyboards) and Stephen Duros (Flamenco + electric guitars, keyboard); new to the Dallas audience were Michael Chavez (drumkit + percussion) and Rusty Knorr (percussion). Liebert was, as always, barefooted and in fine form. The material from his latest release, The Scent of Light, was as well-received as were old favorites, such as the set-opening "Snake Charmer." The ensemble's musicianship is outstanding and all were given ample opportunity to shine, weaving their contributions seamlessly, playing off one another in call-response, and soloing. Seeing a drum kit on the stage was definitely unexpected but Chavez, while apparently quite young, is thoroughly accomplished and his contributions were enjoyed by all - beginning with Ottmar himself. Acoustically, the HoB is well-suited for the material and the crowd OL + LN draws; it is unfortunate a bar is situated in the same space, as the (apparently obligatory for Dallas concerts) loud drunk chick was in the house.
I have been listening to Ottmar Liebert's music for over 15 years and this was the first time I have seen him live. It was truly a joy to become one with the music of Ottmar and Luna Negra. Every person felt as if he was playing only to them. It was the most intimate of music experiences that I will never forget. The strings of Ottmar's guitar were truly magic last night.
These beautiful and intoxicating Latin rhythms transported me to a place far beyond my imagination last night. The concert was amazing!! Non stop Ottmar at his best playing his new favorites as well as taking you back to twenty years ago, reminding you of what attracted you to his music in the first place. The drummer gave an outstanding performance and wowed the crowd. What a refreshing vision to have Ottmar on stage barefoot, eyes closed during most of the performance! One could tell he was just feeling the music with such passion and conveying it to the audience. 5 Stars!!!
Perfect venue. great show. Definitely would see again.
This was a great concert, Ottmart Liebert was amazing and the folks of Luna Negra where Top Notch. I would definetly recommend it. Also the House of Blues was a great spot to have this concert at. I am definetly going back to the HoB.
Liebert plays guitar beautifully with amazing ease & grace. His passion shines through in every moment on stage. Although not much of a talker, when he did address the crowd he was cordial and in good humour. And his playing ability is unbelievable. His band, Luna Negra, is also incredible. The performers included another guitarist, a bassist, one person at a drum set who also playedother percissive instruments, and one percussionist (no drums). They were very tight and in sync, not to mention extremely gifted on their respective instruments. Employing some jazz structures, each member of the band was allowed to show his chops without becoming the focus of the show, and allways falling back into time as a cohesive unit. Great show!
This was my 3rd time seeing Ottmar live, and I have to say that this was his best performance yet. He and the band moved through the songs so effortlessly... not to mention, his rendition of older songs, kept them fresh and interesting, and the new material left nothing to be desired... Truly amazing!!!
Ottmar Liebert showed that he can still perform with amazing skill. His band Luna Negra also had incredible talent. You could tell that they love doing what they do.
