Music in the Round, Sheffield with Aquarelle Guitar Quartet

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Spirit of the Guitar

Recognised as one of the world’s leading guitar quartets, the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet is a dynamic and innovative group known for its extraordinary performances and glorious range of sound.  

Their newest member, Classic FM chart-topping artist Craig Ogden, will be familiar to many, following his sell-out recitals in Sheffield in 2022 and 2023.  

Featuring everything from classical favourites to irresistible tango and famous movie hits, this afternoon concert is a perfect treat for music-lovers of all ages.  

Stroud Arts Festival, Cotswolds, Gloucestershire

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.

Northleach, Gloucestershire for Northleach Events

Craig 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 confirmed your position among the greatest guitarists.”

Craig will be available after the concert to talk to the audience and sign copies of his CDs.

Royal College of Music, London – A Celebration of Julian Bream

Finale for the RCM Guitar Festival celebrating the life of Julian Bream.

Featuring performances by John Williams, John Etheridge, Christian Garrick, Craig Ogden, Ben Johnson, Matthew Wadsworth and Laura Snowden.

The programme is to include Giuliani’s Variazioni Concertanti op130 for two guitars, Songs from the Chinese by Benjamin Britten and movements from Schubert’s Guitar Quartet in G, D96 after Matiegka.

Guitar Masterclasses & Course at Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking, The Cotswolds

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.

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 technical development (with a particular focus on right-hand strength and facility), phrase shaping and interpretation, practice technique, psychology of performance, ensemble skills, relaxation and concentration. 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.  Expect to be stretched, encouraged and inspired.