Concert Programs
galant guitar extravaganza
The new trio formed by Pascal Valois (guitar), Andrea Stewart (cello) and Jacques-André Houle (violin) presents a magnificent program of gallant works featuring guitar. From Boccherini's exhilarating Fandango to Vivaldi's brilliant guitar concerto and unpublished pieces by Monsieur Vidal, the ensemble offers musical gems from gallant Europe on period instruments. Click for concert details + press kit. Click to see a video sample.
The GUITAROMANIE concert brings to life the frenzy and wonder of a musical performance where spontaneity is combined with virtuos- ity. It features a set of masterpieces that drew crowds and rocked music salons across Europe. Whether an operatic fantasy by Mauro Giuliani, a sonata by Niccolò Paganini or a theme and variations by Fernando Sor, audiences were fond of new works for guitar. Some- times imbued with clarity and rigour, sometimes strewn with dazzling drama, romantic guitar music always charms, thanks to its richness and diversity. Click for concert details + press kit. Click to see a video sample.
A workshop on improvisation, ornementation and the performance practices of romantic guitar. Click for details.