Credits:
A classical guitarist of outstanding natural ability with a huge repertoire of music. He covers guitar music from around the world spanning over four centuries, from early English & German Baroque period to traditional and modern music from Spain, Latin America, Brazil, Venezuela and Japan.
Style:
Classical, Traditional and Modern Guitar from Europe, Asia and South America. Formal and very professional presentation, yet friendly and approachable. Ideal for Weddings and VIP functions.
Also available as a superb Guitar Duet (PE-03)
Press Reviews:
Superb display of the guitarist's art…complete mastery of the instrument` 'What's On' (Music Guide)
Training:
Awarded an ABSM Recital Diploma in 1987 from the Birmingham School of Music. During that time he studied with Brian Whitehouse and also attended master classes with great names such as Carlos Bonnel and Julian Byzantine.
Biography:
From an early age he was demonstrating his prowess at various competitions around the country including Cheltenham in 1981 where he won the Memorial Trophy. During this period he also attended master classes to further his musical skills with established international artists such as Carlos Bonnell. In 1983 his playing was recognised academically by the Birmingham Conservatoire when he was awarded a Recital Diploma, the college's highest award at the time. He has furthered his reputation with some recordings of the highest calibre. These include his collaboration with a British composer, producing albums of his most well known works to date with compilations of guitar music from all over the world. He has also featured on other recordings including an album of flute and guitar duos and trios with CBSO flautist Margaret Campbell.
Public Performances:
In 1986 he made his debut as a concerto soloist playing Rodrigo`s Aranjuez concerto and has continued to be in demand for this role ever since. A critic wrote on one occasion, "…the highlight of the evening was the guitarists' Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez -he gave a most admirable performance." He has also played on radio and television, appearing on BBC one and has made regular live and recorded broadcasts on many radio stations, including Radio 3.
Weddings and Functions:
He is engaged regularly throughout the country to provide a diverse range of classical guitar entertainment. Venues range from large country mansions, hotels and restaurants, to private dwellings and marquees. Functions and events of all types can be catered for. Wedding ceremonies/receptions, corporate events, anniversaries, valentines and any other special occasions are all within his expertise. His relaxed style in performance and his rich and varied programme is designed to cater for a wide range of musical tastes.
Personal Quote:
"I always act in a totally professional manner. I understand the importance of the wedding day and do all I can to promote a successful and happy occasion. I always arrive in good time in order to set up the sound equipment in the best position. I also strive to build up a good rapport with the staff at the venue. "
In 1986 he made his debut as a concerto soloist playing Rodrigo`s Aranjuez concerto and has continued to be in demand for this role ever since. A critic wrote on one occasion, "…the highlight of the evening was the guitarists' Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez -he gave a most admirable performance." He has also played on radio and television, appearing on BBC one and has made regular live and recorded broadcasts on many radio stations, including Radio 3.
Weddings and Functions:
He is engaged regularly throughout the country to provide a diverse range of classical guitar entertainment. Venues range from large country mansions, hotels and restaurants, to private dwellings and marquees. Functions and events of all types can be catered for. Wedding ceremonies/receptions, corporate events, anniversaries, valentines and any other special occasions are all within his expertise. His relaxed style in performance and his rich and varied programme is designed to cater for a wide range of musical tastes.
Personal Quote:
"I always act in a totally professional manner. I understand the importance of the wedding day and do all I can to promote a successful and happy occasion. I always arrive in good time in order to set up the sound equipment in the best position. I also strive to build up a good rapport with the staff at the venue. "
Sample Repertoire:
The repertoire is intended to suit a wide range of tastes from classical through to well known standards and popular
The repertoire is intended to suit a wide range of tastes from classical through to well known standards and popular
Popular
WONDERFUL TONIGHT Clapton
CAVATINA Myers
UNCHAINED MELODY North/Zaret
ALBATROSS Green
YOU NEEDED ME Goodrum
OB LA DI OB LA DA Lennon & McCartney
HERE THERE AND EVERYWHERE Lennon & McCartney
AND I LOVE HER Lennon & McCartney
IF I FELL Lennon & McCartney
THE GIRL FROM IPANEMA Jobim
ONE NOTE SAMBA Jobim
GUANTANAMERA Seeger
MANHA DE CARNIVAL Sigman
SWAY Ruiz
GET ME TO THE CHURCH ON TIME Loewe
HAVAH NAGILAH Trad.
NEVER ON SUNDAY Hadjiakis
DANNY BOY Trad.
DON`T CRY FOR ME ARGENTINA Webber
THOSE WERE THE DAYS Raskin
CONGRATULATIONS Coulter
WONDERFUL LAND Lordan
FOOT TAPPER Marvin / Welch
APACHE Lordan
ETERNAL FLAME Hoffs
LOVE IS ALL AROUND Hoffs
KILLING ME SOFTLY WITH HIS SONG Fox
ANGELS Williams
WHEN YOU SAY NOTHING AT ALL Keating
MISTY Garner
HELLO Richie
ENDLESS LOVE Richie
SMOKE GETS IN YOUR EYES Kern
SMILE Chaplin
AS TIME GOES BY Hupford
LA VIE EN ROSE Loniguy
MOONLIGHT SERENADE Miller
LOVE IS A MANY SPLENDID THING Fain
LOVE STORY Lai
CAN`T HELP FALLING IN LOVE Weiss
BLUE MOON Rogers / Hart
SPANISH HARLEM Spector
SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW Arlen
THE ENTERTAINER Joplin
BLACK AND WHITE RAG Botsford
CLASSICAL GAS Williams
WONDERFUL TONIGHT Clapton
CAVATINA Myers
UNCHAINED MELODY North/Zaret
ALBATROSS Green
YOU NEEDED ME Goodrum
OB LA DI OB LA DA Lennon & McCartney
HERE THERE AND EVERYWHERE Lennon & McCartney
AND I LOVE HER Lennon & McCartney
IF I FELL Lennon & McCartney
THE GIRL FROM IPANEMA Jobim
ONE NOTE SAMBA Jobim
GUANTANAMERA Seeger
MANHA DE CARNIVAL Sigman
SWAY Ruiz
GET ME TO THE CHURCH ON TIME Loewe
HAVAH NAGILAH Trad.
NEVER ON SUNDAY Hadjiakis
DANNY BOY Trad.
DON`T CRY FOR ME ARGENTINA Webber
THOSE WERE THE DAYS Raskin
CONGRATULATIONS Coulter
WONDERFUL LAND Lordan
FOOT TAPPER Marvin / Welch
APACHE Lordan
ETERNAL FLAME Hoffs
LOVE IS ALL AROUND Hoffs
KILLING ME SOFTLY WITH HIS SONG Fox
ANGELS Williams
WHEN YOU SAY NOTHING AT ALL Keating
MISTY Garner
HELLO Richie
ENDLESS LOVE Richie
SMOKE GETS IN YOUR EYES Kern
SMILE Chaplin
AS TIME GOES BY Hupford
LA VIE EN ROSE Loniguy
MOONLIGHT SERENADE Miller
LOVE IS A MANY SPLENDID THING Fain
LOVE STORY Lai
CAN`T HELP FALLING IN LOVE Weiss
BLUE MOON Rogers / Hart
SPANISH HARLEM Spector
SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW Arlen
THE ENTERTAINER Joplin
BLACK AND WHITE RAG Botsford
CLASSICAL GAS Williams
Classical
AIR ON A G STRING Bach
JESU, JOY OF MAN’S DESIRING Bach
BOUREE Bach
RECUERDOS DE LA ALHAMBRA Tarrega
GRAN VALSE Tarrega
LAGRIMA Tarrega
ADELITA Tarrega
CAPRICHO ARABE Tarrega
SUENO Tarrega
MAZURKA Lobos
CHOROS Lobos
PRELUDES Lobos
CANARIOS Sanz
DANCES Praetorius
ALLEMANDE Dowland
LA PALOMA Yradier
EL NOY DE LA MARE Llobet
PRELUDE Chopin
ALLEGRO THE FOUR SEASONS Vivaldi
CONCERTO IN D Vivaldi
MINUET Boccherini
MARCH FROM WILLIAM TELL Rossini
SALUD D’AMOUR Elgar
FUR ELISE Beethoven
GYMNOPEDIE No 1 Satie
PAVAN Faure
TRAUMEREI Schumann
CONCIERTO DE ARANJUEZ (2nd MOVEMENT THEME) Rodrigo
AVE MARIA Schubert
MORENITA DO BRAZIL Farrauto
ROMANZA (SPANISH ROMANCE) Anon.
SAKURA Yocoh
ASTURIAS Albeniz
SEVILLA Albeniz
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