Craig Ogden Feature on Yahoo News
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It has been a big year for internationally-renowned Perth-born classical guitarist Craig Ogden. In the past 12 months his album, The Guitarist, has debuted on top of the UK’s classical music charts, where it stayed for five weeks before spending a further three months in the top five. He has also recorded his follow-up album, […]
Read MoreIn celebration of Paraguay’s 200th year of Independence, the Embassy and Honorary Consulate of Paraguay will present Luz Maria – Music of Paraguay starring the Paraguayan classical guitarist Luz María Bobadilla with South African guest artists Saudiq Khan and Ernesto Latino, in one performance on Friday 27 May at 7pm at the Artscape Theatre. via […]
Read MoreThe technical problem should no longer be so daunting now that guitarists routinely use subtle amplification, as Sharon Isbin did in her performance with the Salomé Chamber Orchestra on Saturday evening at the Metropolitan Museum. Like most guitarists who amplify, Ms. Isbin uses a system that lets her be heard but preserves the poetry and […]
Read MoreFeature on Australian luthiers Robin Moyes & Jim Williams
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If you ever wondered how a guitar is built then you’ve come to the right place. Two of Australia’s top luthiers, Robin Moyes and Jim Williams, began their craft in the 1970’s and between them have gone on to build instruments for players such as Slava and Leonard Grigoryan, Bruce Mathiske, and Tommy Emmanuel. Along […]
Read More2011 Rosario Guitar Competition Winners
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The Rosario Guitar Festival was held last weekend (May 12-15, 2011). The 2011 edition of the festival was a big different from previous years. In fact, it was pretty different from a lot of guitar competitions. There were three rounds. Everyone who made to the final round (four guitarists) got a $750 prize. The two […]
Read MoreMartha Masters plays Scarlatti [Monday Motivation]
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One of the coolest things happening in the guitar world today is the use of online video. A week ago, Lynn McGrath gave a concert that was streamed live. This video from Martha Masters is from a concert given on April 29th. She plays a Sonata (K. 208) by Scarlatti. I hope we see more […]
Read MorePaul O’Dette in Lexington, KY on May 11, 2011
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Paul O’Dette When: 7:30 p.m. May 11 Where: Singletary Center for the Arts Recital Hall, 405 Rose St. Tickets: $15, $10 students Learn more: (859) 257-4929. Singletarytickets.com via kentucky.com
Read MoreAustin Classical Guitar Society fills Another Austin Venue
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The Cactus Cafe and the Austin Classical Guitar Society formed a partnership this spring to host some of Austin’s finest classical guitarists in front of the Cactus’ red velvet backdrop one evening a month. “It’s got so much history, you feel part of that,” says guitarist and instructor Kim Perlak. When you’re on this stage, […]
Read MoreOne (Very Big) Guitar Orchestra
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Aquarelle Guitar Quartet supported by The Corinium Players Guitar Ensemble at the Sundial Theatre, Cirencester, Saturday, May 7. THE Sundial theatre in Cirencester came alive on Saturday night with music from the much-anticipated collaboration between The Corinium Players Guitar Ensemble and one of Britain’s leading chamber groups, Manchester-based Aquarelle Guitar Quartet. After months of practice […]
Read MoreHow to Research Just About Anything
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Are you one of those people who connect with music by researching the piece and the composer? If you find it interesting to read up on what you’re playing, keep reading, because this post talks about how to get started. Think Big Wikipedia gets a lot of flack because anyone can edit it. Therefore, one […]
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