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Andrés Segovia (1893-1987) is considered to be
the father of the modern classical gutiar movement
by most modern scholars. Many feel, that without his
efforts, the classical guitar
would still be considered
a lowly bar instrument,
played only by peasants.
| Dionisio Aguado (1784-1849) was one of the greatest virtusoso performers on the guitar of the 19th century. This web page aims to fill a gap that appears to exist having regard to the life and works of this brilliant Spanish virtuoso of the 19th century. See also Guitar History entry
Francisco Tarrega (1852-1909) As an instrument of classical music, the guitar came to prominence largely through the efforts of this Spanish composer
Emilio Pujol (1886-1980) is considered by many as the leading spokesman for twentieth century guitar pedagogy Mario Castelnuovo Tedesco (1895-1968) was historically the founder of an important group of modern composers, Italian and not, who took an interest in the guitar. He was one of the most creative and versatile composers of our century Heitor Villa Lobos (1881-1959) "Villa-Lobos was larger than life, quite extraordinary. He didn't seem to be a composer. He wore loud checked shirts, smoked a cigar, and always kept the radio on, listening to the news or light music or whatever. Villa-Lobos wasn't refined in the intellectual sense, but he had a great heart" (Julian Bream, master interpreter of Villa-Lobos' guitar music, gave this personal reminiscence) |
| Christopher Parkening (1947-) has been one of the premiere classical guitarists for the past twenty-five years. He has recieved three Grammy nominations for best classical performance and he holds an Honorary Doctorate in music from Montana State University; where he teaches a master class each summer. Mr. Parkening has inherited the legacy of Andrés Segovia, who was the father of the modern classical guitar movement. He continues to inspire and awe audiences around the world with his technical brilliance and musicianship both. Performing over 80 concerts a year |  Interview with Classical Guitar Virtuoso Christopher Parkening. Student and friend to the legendary Andrés Segovia, he gives us some valuable insights into developing the right skills early on. In the words of Segovia, "Christopher Parkening is a great artist. He is one of the most brilliant guitarists in the world"
Official Christopher Parkening Home Page |
John Williams was born in Australia in 1941. He began to
learn the guitar at the age of four, receiving lessons from his
father. When the family moved to London in 1952, he met
and studied with Segovia, and on his recommendation
entered the Accademia Musicale di Siena in Italy, where he
studied on a scholarship for five years. At the request of his
fellow students, he received the unprecedented honour of
giving the first complete solo recital by a student of any
instrument. Back in England he attended the Royal College
of Music, where he studied piano and music theory.
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Julian Bream Proclaimed by many students of classical music as the premier guitar and lute virtuoso of the 20th century, Julian Bream was born in London in 1933. After studying at the Royal College of Music, he made his public debut in 1950, quickly winning fame for his technique and mastery of a wide range of musical styles. In 1960, he founded the Julian Bream Consort, an ensemble of original instrument virtuosi which enjoyed astounding success in their chosen oeuvre, greatly revitalizing interest in the music of the Elizabethan era. |
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Carl Volk - Guitarist
I started taking classical guitar lessons at age ten. I was eleven when I saw Andrés Segovia in concert - I was inspired and started taking my lessons more seriously. Eventually I entered the University of New Mexico school of music and took master classes from the head of the guitar department, Hector Garcia, one of the prominent Cuban guitarists who left Cuba during the Castro-lead revolution of the late fifties. |
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I performed at a number of restaurants in Santa Fe and also studied Flamenco techniques. As well as being influenced by the great classical guitarists (Andrés Segovia, John Williams, Julian Bream, Carlos Barbosa-Lima, Sharon Isbin and others), I am a great lover of jazz music and inspired by musicians like John McLaughlin, Larry Coryell, Pat Metheny and Bill Evans. |
| This site has a great collection of links to Musicians: a cross-section of Classical, Jazz and Acoustic Guitarists and Composers. It also links to many other guitar resources on the Web | ||
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