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Guitar Masterclasses & Course at Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking, The Cotswolds
Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking Painswick Old Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, United KingdomStudy with one of the best classical guitarists of our generation Facilitator: Craig Ogden A masterclass opportunity to study with one of the best classical guitarists of our generation. This enjoyable, intense weekend study course is suitable for experienced players and advanced students with a minimum skill level of Grade 6 guitar. There will be ensemble work as well as masterclass tutorials. This summer weekend course is a true celebration of the guitar and brings the perfect combination of musical study and beautiful surroundings. Craig Ogden’s versatile style is reflected in his choice of activities for the weekend, ranging from […]
Music at Stow, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds
St Edward's Hall Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, United KingdomJoin us for a very special evening, to hear Craig perform and talk about the music he loves and enjoys to play. Watch short preview of Craig chatting with Michael Omer of Music at Stow https://vimeo.com/738555809
Northleach, Gloucestershire for Northleach Events
St Peter & Paul Church, Northleach Northleach, Gloucestershire, United KingdomCraig has carved out a career as one of the most versatile guitarists on the planet: playing recitals, concertos, commissioning new works - and he’s the most sought-after guitarist for chamber music in the UK. Cited by BBC Music Magazine as: “A worthy successor to Julian Bream”, his discography includes an album of 20th-century classics by British composers previously played by Julian Bream that was nominated for a Grammy Award; six albums that have reached number-one on the UK Classical charts, and a recording of Rodrigo’s guitar concertos that received the ultimate accolade from the composer’s daughter: “This recording has […]
Shenington Festival, Oxfordshire with Miloš Milivojević (classical accordion)
Holy Trinity Church, Shenington 1 The Green, Shenington, Banbury, Oxfordshire, United KingdomMusic at Stow, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds with the London Tango Quintet
St Edward's Hall Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, United KingdomMusic at Stow in its current format, was established in 2014 when a group of music-loving locals got together with the aim of ‘bringing big names to a small town’. The setting, in the picturesque Cotswolds landscape of the Gloucestershire countryside, lends a perfect backdrop to a festival which brings world-class artists right into the heart of the local community. The London Tango Quintet is a unique group of five internationally acclaimed musicians performing tango music at the highest level. Music by the legendary Argentinian composer Astor Piazzolla is interspersed with stunning instrumental solos. The result is an energetic, inspiring and thoroughly […]
Stroud Arts Festival, Cotswolds, Gloucestershire
Subscription Rooms, Stroud George Street, Stroud, Gloucestershire, United KingdomAn exciting programme of some of the finest virtuoso guitar pieces, familiar favourites and wonderful new discoveries from the classical guitar repertoire. Craig never fails to amaze with his remarkable skill and mesmerising performances. This is a great opportunity to hear him before he plays with the exceptional London Tango Quintet in advance of the evening concert.
Stroud Arts Festival, Gloucestershire with the London Tango Quintet
Subscription Rooms, Stroud George Street, Stroud, Gloucestershire, United KingdomThe London Tango Quintet, drawn together by a love of the tango, first formed in 2007 and has gained international acclaim for its performances of music by legendary Argentinian composer Astor Piazzola, interspersed with music from the baroque to the contemporary. Founder and director David Juritz, describing the first time he heard Piazolla’s music, says “It was mind-blowing. A kaleidoscope of conflicting emotions and a raw energy I’ve never heard surpassed in any other kind of music.” Chart topping guitar virtuoso, Craig Ogden, is joined by accordionist, Miloš Milivojević, described by the Times as ‘a hurricane of musical invention’. Pianist/composer […]
Sarsden, Oxfordshire with The Dean & Chadlington Summer Festival Orchestra
Merriscourt Gallery Sarsden, Oxfordshire, United KingdomThe Dean & Chadlington Festival Orchestra, led by David Juritz, with Claire Bradshaw, Richard Coxon and Craig Ogden (percussion). Gala Picnic Concert at the stunning Merriscourt Gallery, Sarsden. Bring your own picnic and stroll in the 500 acres of glorious Cotswold countryside.
Residential Classical Guitar Masterclass Course
Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking Painswick Old Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, United KingdomStudy with one of the best classical guitarists of our generation Facilitator: Craig Ogden A masterclass opportunity to study with one of the best classical guitarists of our generation. This enjoyable, intense weekend study course is suitable for experienced players and advanced students with a minimum skill level of Grade 6 guitar. There will be ensemble work as well as masterclass tutorials. At a Glance Study with one of the UK’s leading guitarists Play alongside others of a similar level Solo and ensemble exercises Concert by Craig Ogden Hone your technique with individual attention Your Stay at Hawkwood Hawkwood is […]
Hawkwood, Stroud, Gloucestershire
Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking Painswick Old Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, United KingdomSummer Concert in the beautiful surroundings of Hawkwood This Friday night recital will include music by Aguado, Rodrigo, Albeniz, Villa-Lobos and Bach. It will be a varied programme of key works from the guitar repertoire. The event will take place in the Hall at Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking, Stroud. Please note that seats are unallocated. There will be a bar which will be open from 7:30pm. The concert will begin promptly at 8pm and finish at around 9pm This concert takes place on the first evening of teaching on Craig’s course “Classical Guitar Masterclass“. An opportunity to study with […]
Music at Stow, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds with the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet
St Edward's Church The Square, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, United KingdomRecognised as one of the world’s leading guitar quartets, the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet is a dynamic and innovative group known for its extraordinary ensemble in performance, expansive repertoire and ground-breaking work in developing the guitar quartet medium. Originally formed at the Royal Northern College of Music in 1999 under the guidance of Craig Ogden and Gordon Crosskey, the quartet continued their studies with guitarists including Sérgio Assad, Oscar Ghiglia and Scott Tennant. Their early successes included winning awards from the Musicians Benevolent Fund, Tillett Trust and Tunnell Trust. MUSIC AT STOW was founded in 2014 and is based in Stow-on-the-Wold […]
Tetbury Music Festival, The Cotswolds
The Goods Shed Arts Centre, Tetbury Old Station Yard, Cirencester Rd, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, United KingdomThis concert has now sold out - join wait list here The Tetbury Music Festival is a chamber music festival founded in 2003 by Graham Kean, then Director of Music at St Marys’ Church, Tetbury and Elise Smith OBE, a life-long supporter and Patron of the Arts. His Majesty King Charles III is the Festival's patron. Programme Concerto Opus No 3 No 9 Antonio Vivaldi arranged by John WilliamsPrelude, Fugue & Allegro BWV 998 - J S BachLe Depart Napoleón CosteChoros No 1 Heitor Villa-LobosCielo Abierto Quique SinesiLachrimae Pavane Fantasia No 7 John DowlandSonata K380 in E major Domenico ScarlattiSonata K322 in […]