In the artistic lineage of Latin guitarists there are few who can expertly tread the line between popular and serious music. Jorge Morel is one of these rare exceptions. 'Meet Morel' introduces the young guitarist in diverse roles – one side devoted to solo voicings, the other to ensemble interplay. Whether the music concerns classical pieces arranged for solo performance, or demonstrations of facile ensemble rapport, one finds the Morel guitar always charming and tasteful. His manual dexterity and tuneful stylings were perfected after many years of study in his native Buenos Aires, which included a Ph. D. in Music from the Argentine Academy of Advanced Music. Jorge has won accolades in the capitals of Latin America in live concert, television and motion picture appearances before arriving in the States. He records for the Decca label. An international flavouring envelops the ensemble efforts as the side opens with the pastoral simplicity of MacDowell’s To A Wild Rose, melodically explored by guitar leas, flu