Denis Azabagic Interview

Classical guitarist Denis Azabagic is a first prize winner in many international guitar competitions, and an active performer and teacher based in Chicago. He performs both as a soloist and with the Cavatina Duo. If you don’t have Denis’ Guitar Recital album from Naxos, it’s worth picking up! Excellent repertoire selections and, of course, excellent playing.

Denis Azabagic on…

• How he got started learning guitar.
• When the Cavatina Duo got started and how much of Denis’ time goes into duo engagements.
• What sort of influences playing with a flutist has on his solo playing.
• Ensembles that the Cavatina Duo is planning to collaborate with in the future.

Denis Azabagic on…

• About the guitar scene in Chicago.
• Tips for guitarists heading into competitions.
• What instrument and strings Denis uses.
• Why he just ordered a Stephen Connor guitar.
• About the Cavatina Duo’s latest projects.