Canterbury Music Club, University of Kent
Canterbury Music Club was established in 1941 to bring top quality musicians and music to the people of Canterbury in their darkest hour. This tradition continues to this day, when we welcome some of the finest classical chamber musicians in the country who have performed for us in the past three seasons such as the Baroque violinist Rachel Podger, new established artists to the Club such as Craig Ogden, classical guitar, along with some of the top new generation of artists such as Ewan Millar, oboe and the Kyan String Quartet.
Tetbury Music Festival, The Cotswolds
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Programme
Concerto Opus No 3 No 9 Antonio Vivaldi arranged by John Williams
Prelude, Fugue & Allegro BWV 998 – J S Bach
Le Depart Napoleón Coste
Choros No 1 Heitor Villa-Lobos
Cielo Abierto Quique Sinesi
Lachrimae Pavane Fantasia No 7 John Dowland
Sonata K380 in E major Domenico Scarlatti
Sonata K322 in A major Domenico Scarlatti
Introduction, Theme & Variations on a theme from Mozart’s opera The Magic Flute Fernando Sor
Tres Piezas Españolas Joaquin Rodrigo
Music at Stow, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds with the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet
Recognised 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 in the heart of the Cotswolds, in rural Gloucestershire.It hosts an annual music festival each September, along with standalone events during the year, presenting world-class artists from every genre including classical, jazz, blues & classic bands from the sixties.
Cawsand Bay Guitarfest 2024, The Rame Peninsula, Cornwall
An exciting classical guitar weekend by the sea on the stunning Rame Peninsula, with Craig Ogden, Vida Guitar Quartet (Mark Eden, Mark Ashford, Amanda Cook & Chris Stell) & Alison Smith 6th-8th September 2024. Following on from four successful Guitarfests, we are returning with another exciting weekend combining great music in an area of outstanding natural beauty that inspires creativity. The stunning location by the sea makes for a perfect break from the hustle and bustle.
There will be concerts, a masterclass, workshops, ensemble playing, a class addressing performance anxiety, informal playing opportunities, afternoon tea, sea view dinners and lots of fun in a friendly environment.
BBC Radio 3 In Tune
Live performance & interview with Sean Rafferty & performance on BBC Radio 3 In Tune Programme
Residential Classical Guitar Masterclass Course
Study 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 a stunning Grade II listed 19th Century country house, surrounded by 42 acres of sustainably managed woodland, farmland, and gardens. Set in the heart of the Cotswolds – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – it is a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. With a diverse selection of nearly 150 courses, there’s plenty to choose from, including courses in transformative leadership, future thinking, inner life, music and the arts. Our programme of courses is led by experienced tutors and leaders in their fields.
Hawkwood, Stroud, Gloucestershire
Summer 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 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.
Burton Bradstock Festival of Music and Art, Dorset
Late Night Recital
Craig Ogden guitar
Adrian Bradbury cello
Bach to Brazil
Heitor Villa-Lobos Cinq Preludes, written for the great Spanish guitarist Segovia, quickly became a central part of any guitarist’s repertoire. Adrian Bradbury plays Bach’s Cello Suite No.5 in C major
Copped Hall, Epping, Essex
Solo recital in the beautiful historic building of Copped Hall.