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CGCA 024 : Armando Baltra

CGCA 024 : Armando Baltra

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  1. Mark Campbell July 5, 2019 at 6:34 pm - Reply

    Thank you so much for this Roger! I’m truly humbled to know such wonderful, generous, giving, sensitive, and creative people, not the least of whom is the inimitable Armando. I could listen to his stories for hours on end. What an interesting life he has led. And how incredible that his friend, Violeta Parra, has served as a bridge to a new friendship and bond with Niki. (Let’s hope Niki’s talent is as contagious as are her energy and enthusiasm!). I feel very blessed to be a part of this community, and your work has added depth and insight into the hearts and minds of those who make CGCA the incredible experience that it is.

    • Roger Ramirez July 6, 2019 at 11:16 am - Reply

      Thank you Mark! 🙏

  2. Rick Lord July 6, 2019 at 3:19 pm - Reply

    Great episode Roger – loved how much laughter there is throughout the conversations. Such positive energy! Armando has been a great encouragement for many of us on CGCA. It has also been a joy to play duets with him at the last two summer schools. He has introduced me to rhythmic patterns I never imagined playing before. His love of music from Argentina, Chile, and Paraguay is truly infectious and he is just a great human being. Thanks again for making these interviews possible.

    • Roger Ramirez July 6, 2019 at 7:39 pm - Reply

      Thank you Rick! It was such a good time. Armando is an incredible person. I wasn’t planning on doing an actual interview at Summer School but after hearing about his connection with Violetta Parra I just had to. He had been on my list so it all worked out. :)

  3. Janiesplace July 7, 2019 at 2:39 am - Reply

    Armando! Great interview!

  4. Janiesplace July 8, 2019 at 3:18 pm - Reply

    This whole episode was fantastic. The Bach composer of the month forum turned into a vast amount of information I would never have known. Thanks Nels! And to hear the summer school voices was really special. 😊
    I still can’t get over Armando’s friendship with Violetta. What an historic time that was!

  5. Jeff Peek July 8, 2019 at 5:10 pm - Reply

    Thanks, Roger. So nice to learn even more about Armando’s fascinating life after meeting him and chatting at Summer School.

  6. Judy Gordon July 11, 2019 at 7:10 pm - Reply

    Roger – The podcasts just keep getting better and better. What a great way to stay up-to-date with what’s going on, and to hear the amazing stories of other members.

    Armando – It was great to meet you at summer school and to learn after Nikki’s presentation that you had actually known Violetta Parra! You have had an amazing life and accomplished so much. You’re an inspiration to us all. Thank you for sharing your story with us!

    Judy

  7. Kari July 22, 2019 at 3:47 pm - Reply

    Armando, it was such a joy to listen to your guitar journey. What life you have lived. I am so thankful to have your extraordinary self as a part of the CGC community. It was an “espresso shot” to meet you at Summer School. Cheers to the many years ahead of the musical gift you will give to those who have the pleasure to hear you play.

  8. Armando Baltra August 30, 2019 at 8:42 pm - Reply

    Dear Mark, Bruce, Rick, Janie, Jeff, Judy, and Kari.
    I was in Germany for almost two months and I have just come back and seen all these wonderful comments. Thank you so much for your kind words. I have indeed been blessed with a very exciting life full of unexpected turns. I particularly thank Roger for giving me opportunity to share a bit of all that.

    All the best to you all

  9. Drew Burgess October 6, 2019 at 2:52 pm - Reply

    Once again an episode of vibrant conversation! Thank you Armando for the genuine stories of your life, of family, scholarship, joy and homecoming. Also Roger, thanks for the conversation with Nels about Bach and the CGC members at summer school!

  10. Colin Linsley February 9, 2021 at 2:52 pm - Reply

    Hi Roger,
    I’ve been a member of the academy for four weeks, and Dave sent me the link to this podcast as part of my introduction.
    This is great. I listened to it whilst pedalling away on my cycle turbo trainer in the garage, and really found it interesting. Your interviewing style is engaging, and the conversations all seemed so natural.
    What a fascinating life Armando has led! I also learned a lot about Bach, and the CGC summer school.
    I now have a new companion for my daily cycling in the garage, as I catch up on all the previous podcasts.
    Thanks Roger.

    Colin

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