David Juritz, violin
Craig Ogden, classical guitar
Adrian Bradbury, cello
Since its 2021 release, David Juritz’s recording of Bach’s Goldberg Variations with Craig Ogden has had over two million streams on Spotify. Together with cellist, Adrian Bradbury, they trace the sometimes surprising musical route that leads to one of music’s greatest masterpieces.
Solo recital in this beautiful church near Thame, Buckinghamshire
Solo recital at the church, Little Gaddesden
Craig Ogden joins the Carducci Quartet for a number of chamber music concerts at John Whibley’s ‘Holidays with Music’ at the glorious Grand Hotel, Eastbourne
Enjoy an exceptional classical guitar recital by renowned virtuoso guitarist, Craig Ogden, in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand. Craig presents a hugely appealing programme that will be sure to start your weekend in style! There are also a wide choice of restaurants and bars in the nearby streets of Covent Garden to complete your night out.
Featuring
Craig Ogden – Guitar
Programme
Concerto op.3 no.9 – Antonio Vivaldi (arr. John Williams)
1. Grand
2. Larghetto
3. Allegro
Mosstrooper Peak – Nigel Westlake
1. Burning Point
2. Mosstrooper Peak
3. Nara Inlet
4. Tangalooma
5. Butterfly Bay
6. Smoky Cape
Tres Piezas Españolas – Joaquín Rodrigo
1. Fandango
2. Passacaglia
3. Zapateado
An 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.
The London Tango Trio
David Juritz, violin
Craig Ogden, guitar
Miloš Milivojević, accordion
Programme will include music by Couperin, Falloni, Bartok, Galliano, Salgan and Piazzolla
Craig Ogden – guitar with Miloš Milivojević – classical accordion
“A worthy successor to Julian Bream” He is one of the most exciting artists of his generation. His performances have taken him throughout the UK, into Europe, the USA, South East Asia, South Africa and Australia in recital, on radio and on television. In London, Craig regularly appears as a soloist and chamber musician at major venues including the Purcell Room, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Wigmore Hall and the Barbican. Craig Ogden teams up with classical accordionist Miloš Milivojević in a unique duo showcasing stunning arrangements of classical compositions by composers including Vivaldi, Scarlatti and Piazzolla. Both virtuosos of their instrument with international careers, their duo partnership reveals compelling playing and their relaxed concert presentation has made them firm favourites with audiences.
Award-winning Serbian born Miloš Milivojević has been described as “A hurricane of imaginative invention” by The Times. His versatility as a musician performing different genres including classical, tango and world music, has ensured he is in demand internationally. Miloš is a first prizewinner at international accordion competitions in Germany (Klingental), France (Grand Prix), Italy (Castelfidardo) and Denmark (Diremose Prisen).
Festival Director: Andrew Gough with Concert artists and tutors: Xuefei Yang, Craig Ogden, Montes-Kircher Duo (Alfonso Montes & Irina Kircher), Mark Houghton, Vincent Lindsey-Clark, Laura Snowden and Jack Hancher.
Under the directorship of Andrew Gough, West Dean College once again offers the celebrated International Classical Guitar Festival in the idyllic and relaxing surroundings which make this the perfect setting for lessons, masterclasses, ensemble coaching and concerts. The Festival is renowned for its tuition, performance, concerts and geniality, which make it a unique and fulfilling experience for all who attend.