Era el único hijo de una familia pobre. Con un esfuerzo inmenso mi abuelita materna, me compró una guitarra. MIs padres querían que aprendiera a tocar un instrumento. Finalmente, a duras penas lo hice. Ahora soy un hombre de 74 años. En esos recuerdos de mi niñez tocaba el instrumento cada vez que me sentía muy triste. Si bien aún tengo aquella guitarra he olvidado todo y mis dedos no me podrán ayudar. Cada vez que tengo esos débiles sentimientos, propios de mi edad, de los recuerdos y las cosas pasadas me pongo a pensar en momentos que se fueron. esos que entonces me afectaban enormente. Sin embargo es esto que escribo un craso error.. La vida no es más que esto, He visto partir muchísimas personas que adoré. Me gustaría acompañarme con la guitarra.. Aunque creo que es tarde para ello. Agradezco a los que hayan dejado unos segundos de sus vidas en leer estas palabras.

The whole soul of Spain is in this immortal melody! Greetings from Brazil to the great Spanish people!

Translation of Tito Livio Catalano's comment as it was so touching and inspiring. The beauty and power of music to transcend language is always miraculous. He was the only son of a poor family. With an immense effort, my maternal grandmother bought me a guitar. My parents wanted me to learn to play an instrument. Finally, I barely made it. I am now a 74-year-old man. In those memories of my childhood, I played the instrument every time I felt very sad. Although I still have that guitar, I have forgotten everything, and my fingers will not be able to help me. Every time I have those weak feelings, typical of my age, of memories and past things, I start thinking about moments that are gone. those that then affected me enormously. However, it is this that I write a gross error... Life is nothing more than this, I have seen leave many people that I adored. I would like to accompany myself on the guitar... Although I think it's late for that. I thank those who have left a few seconds of their lives to read these words.

When a guitar starts to speak to me, I then know this is a masterpiece. Bravo, miss.

She doesn't just play it, she feels it. Masterful dedication reveals something beyond the senses, it's transformative, inspiring.

I'm in love!!!!! In love with beauty. I was looking for Francisco Tárrega. I was raised by a man who loved his arabian, doric modes on a guitar. That changed my life as a musician. And I always come back to it. And now I've found her. What a vision! And such a talent! She plays with a native, iberic soul. From Spain or Portugal. What amazing young lady...💚🙋‍♂️

I can't understand why anybody would give her a thumbs down she's talented and shes worked diligently to hone her skill and direction, she keeps doing what she loves doing you should applaud her not Boo her, The haters can never give credit when credit is due. Do not listen to those who put you down your a talented and beautifu!!l The rest of us will subscribe and keep listening and enjoying your inspirational playing

This performance never fails to leave with a feeling of serenity.

As a guitarist, I always LOVE to watch the facial expressions of other guitarists when they play something difficult, or simply inspiring. Loved her tiny expressions of joy and difficulty.

Every cell in my body was dancing to the flow of colorful raindrops that your fingers resurrected from age old trees, my heart was singing along effortlessly to the vibrations of the sunshine that peirced through the emptiness of time & I will never be the same. Gracias 🙏♥️

My favourite guitar piece, wonderfully played. Brought tears to my eyes.

Art on highest level. Thank you, Alexandra!

I've heard many renditions of this, live and recorded, in the USA and Spain, where I lived for many years. This is the best. It reminds me greatly of Rey de la Torre's 1957 recorded version, which I inherited. Magnificent.

This is the best rendition of this song that I've heard. The strokes are clean and perfectly timed, there's no muddling from string buzz or nail buzz, and the recording quality is amazing. Alexandra Whittingham has become my favorite classical guitarist. I can only hope to achieve a small amount of her competency at classical guitar.

Classical guitar is really an underrated instrument. It hits hard..❤

I can't believe it took 4 years for youtube to recommend this to me...absolutely exquisite!

One of my favorite pieces of Albeniz. So beautifully performed. Thank you so much!

Pacifying and mesmerising this girl is up there with the greats. I enjoyed every moment

This is the best performance of this song I have ever heard.

The moment she began to play, my heart quickened. Wow.

Querida Alexandra. Que Nuestro Padre Celestial, siga bendiciendo tus virtuosas manitas, para que continúes... haciendo divinas y sensibles notas, que saben llegar, hasta las profundidades ignotas de nuestras áreas más escondidas. ¡Desde México, recibe mis aplausos y admiraciones!

The sound of that guitar is fantastic the surroundings make it sound perfect and Alexandra is just a gift sit back and enjoy world !

The beauty of the music, the poise of the beauty, and later the willingness to show in detail her methods developed over her career altogether are breath taking!!!

An angel, a guitar and a masterpiece.

I've been listening to this piece nonstop for a week now as I learn it, and this is by far my favorite recording. You made the slower sections feel just as important as the rest, and really made me fall in love with it on a new level. This is wonderful

One of the best interpretations I’ve ever heard of Asturias, beautifully played with stunning tone colour throughout. Great to hear a guitarist play this piece so sensitively, thanks Alexandra.

Absolutely one of the best classical guitarist's I have ever heard !!!!

За внешней легкостью исполнения - огромный труд! Браво! :)

Очень красиво! Очень... Александра - талантливый исполнитель! Играет проникновенно и с душой! И прекрасно снято! Храм Сен-Совёр (церковь Спасителя) в Нормандии сама является древнейшим памятником. Игра не её фоне усиливает эффект! Спасибо!

Asturias is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful songs of all time. When played with such technique and passion, by such a beautiful girl, then it feels like a divine encounter. I loved this video!

I think I saw this video about 10 times, and probably I will se it more 100 times... Asturias is being very well played by ms. Alexandra, as others classical music interpreted by her.

I just thought I could play this wonderful piece on an acceptable level, but you thaught me how far away I am from perfection. Great interpretation!

All I can say is.......W-O-W.!! She is so talented that her beautiful axe skills has left me a stunned, amazed, and speechless. ...and maybe in love! When i grow up i hope i will be able to play half as good as her lol

One of the very best recordings of anything I've ever heard! All elements of the music-making process are in exceptional balance. Congrats!

The music is beyond sublime, it’s transcendent. As if the composer tapped into a dimension rarely understood. It evokes a sense of place, time and emotion one can’t quite put into words. How a person can dig so deep into the creative mind to compose a masterpiece like this is beyond my comprehension. Bravo! I have listened to this many times since I discovered it.

This is 1 of the most beautiful pieces ever, Very very nice playing!

Such finess , such beauty such drama and emotion, I love this classical spanish aria. And can listen over and over. What magical strokes Alexandra plays. More of this please.

Jaw dropping , insane , don't find words , so beautiful ! Great job !

I feel like I am learning a lot about guitar by watching this, especially those strumming and picking patterns. Beautiful.

You are leaving me SPEECHLESS!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

It is a great interpretation of Alexandra for this magnificent Musical Work of Albeniz ..... congratulations ...

A very impressive and brilliant performance.

Still remains my most favourite rendition of Asturias.

Lástima no se divulga esta música tan enriquecedora, todo un privilegio para los sentidos.... SIN COMENTARIOS 🙃

Best dynamics i think i ever heard. And thank you for not including the ending. Fade on the fundamental is always best. Wow and wow. Feel grace elegance.

Performance par Excellence! So rich, warm passionate and evocative..... set my heart racing and my mind reflecting. Love it.

My son plays very well guitar, and I’ve learned to appreciate the sound. It’s The most pleasant instrument for me nowadays. Bravo Alexandra 👏

Esta chica es muy talentosa. This girl is so talented...

Alexandra, you are among a force of guitarists who are great! Keep at it and God bless you!

Fantastic! Played so well that I was transported to Asturias for the entire piece, the finger work is so good and the physical expression of the guitarist matches the emotions of the song. Very beautiful!

Literally mesmerising!! A most incredible performance.

Magnifica la interpretación y muy hermosa siempre la música de Albéniz.

Surpreendente movimento musical, dedilhar despontado, magnífico Alexandra Whittingham. Bravus!

YES. Y.E.S. The placement and tone of each note was amazing. The speed and accuracy contrasted with such smoothness and ease in the technique... Damn...

Love the location along with your magnificent playing, Alexandra. It’s like you take us to another era in time. Magical. 💕💕💕

Solo los grandes tocan con tu conviccion, excelente Alejandra, ddsde Argentina

Asturia's always got me right in the heart.

I'm not sure what to say... Amazing isn't enough, and even marvellous doesn't catch it fully!

I have watched this several times and this time I’ve got the headphones on,the iPad turned face down ( not to be distracted by her beauty ) and it’s even better. Fabulous!

Damn, an angel from heaven! Breathtaking.

Alexandra Whittingham, however English she may be, is a Spanish purebred guitarist. Impeccable in everything. Perfect, with genius and figure. I did not know her, but I love it. It has nerve!

Your hard work paid off, you have made this piece come back to life with vitality and freshness which it has been lacking for ages. After reading your bio, I'm not surprised. This piece is hard to play, but it takes a master to extract its full potential which you did with ease. Power sound and meticulous playing. Congratulations. Wish you all the best.

I loooove the decelaranto, so reminiscent of the original piano piece. Excellent performance! Thank you

I've watched this video like 30 times. She plays it beautifully.

Wow, I love! Acoustic power metal!!!! ✊ PUXE ASTURIES!!!!!

Hermosa música y un gran talento de alexandra, gracias.

So beautiful !

I love both the piece and the wonderful player.

Alexandra, you express intensity and passion in your performance; every note is important to you, each harmonic rings, each rasgueado resounding clear. Such a beautiful historic venue for such a demanding iconic composition. Albeniz and Segovia would be proud of you😇🤗🤗

Beautifully played Alexandra, much enjoyed... Thumbs up...

Prettiest classical guitarist out there . Beautiful intimacy with the fretboard too .❤️🇬🇧

Absolutely stunning performance! Beautiful clarity and control. One of the finest Iv heard of this iconic piece.🙏🔥

Love the vibration of the last grave cord. Thank you, Alexandra! Amazing job.

Surreal. I'm in love with this song.

I am glad for these recordings done in intimate chapels taking advantage of the magnificent acoustics of those venues.

I find myself coming back to this video time and time again. Of course, I love this piece but, also to admire your extraordinary emotional and technical command of your classical guitar. You have some serious chops. Bravo! That was magnificent.

Enchanted, my lady. First time hearing it-you, and I will never forget.. Blessed strings...

I love this piece of music especially when it's played so well good job

Absolument magnifique, merci beaucoup pour ce merveilleux instant. 👍👍👍👍👍

ahhhhh, perfecto, hermoso, inmortal; una interpretación perfecta Alexandra, una interpretación real!

There is something about a beautiful girl playing the guitar brilliantly that gets my heart racing. Perfecto

Stunning location. ... makes me wish I was back in Europe this summer

Wonderful playing of this classic.

Bravo!!!!

for almost 5 years ive been waiting for an upload and performance that hasn't been ruined by some guy coughing lol.

The music, the setting, the player - breathtaking.

This piece is meant to sound multi-dimensional infused with passion and fire....you performed amazingly. If only Isaac Albeniz can listen to his work reincarnated. Bravo.

Hacia tiempo que no me emocionaba tanto al oir a Albeniz. Alexandra consigue hacer vibrar esta composición cercana a la perfección. Es un placer oirla, y disfrutar con su interpretación. Enhorabuena y gracias 😊

Greetings from Greece and congratulations! You are perfect. You play every note so precisely and crystal clear. I learnt Asturias when I was a young student, and it was one of the titles I played to pass the exams here in Athens. But I have to confess that you play it better than I used to do!! Congratulations again!

Just what I needed. Thank you for sharing. (DH, Oklahoma City, Jul 27, 2019)

Какая прекрасная загадка - прекрасная музыка, прекрасный инструмент, прекрасная исполнительница и прекрасная подача - ну вот каким образом всему этому удается соединиться в единой точке Вселенной...

Now, 2 years later and it's still world class. People work, some enrich themselves, some enrich the world. Thank you.

Simply.... The beauty and THE BEAST!!!!!!!! congratulations... You are awesome!!!! Thanks a lot

You mastered this piece, and nice new look

Cette artiste attaque merveilleusement toute pièce, toute mélodie j'aime beaucoup

Both are beautiful, the performance and the performer.

the beauty and refinement of a British women, the talent of a true musician and the soul (certainly musically) soul and passion of a Spaniard.

How can anyone give a thumbs down? She plays beautifully, the setting's beautiful, and she's beautiful.

Magnificent, very relaxing after a day of work. Lifting me up.

Alejandra, vuelvo a ver y escuchar este video, mil veces, y cada dia me parece mejor. Felicitaciones desde Argentina. Sos LA INGLESITA, q manejas los tiempos como nadie