Craig Ogden, Guitar

A household name to listeners of Classic FM and BBC Radio 3, both critically and popularly acclaimed with a string of No.1 recordings to his name, Australian born Craig Ogden is one of the most successful classical guitarists of his generation. Craig’s relaxed style of concert presentation, the diversity of his chosen repertoire and his virtuosity have made him a firm favourite with audiences. He has an international career as a soloist and chamber musician in recital, a prolific recording artist and as a concerto soloist with orchestras around the world. His programme reflects the wonderful variety within the guitar repertoire.

Federico Moreno Torroba | Sonatina for Guitar, 1st movt.

Federico Moreno Torroba | Madroños

Gary Ryan | Lough Caragh

Neil Gow | Neil Gow's Lament for the Death of His Second Wife (arr. David Russell)

Nikita Koshkin | The Usher Waltz

Astor Piazzolla | Invierno Porteño

Roland Dyens | Fuoco from Libre Sonatina

Antonio Vivaldi | Concerto Op.3 No.9 (arr. John Williams)

Paula Child | These Cold Stones

Django Reinhardt | Nuages (arr. Roland Dyens)

George Shearing | Lullaby of Birdland (arr. William Lovelady)

Joaquín Rodrigo | Tres Piezas Españolas    

Pre-concert Talk - 6.30pm
The Town Hall - FREE