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Details
Greyfriars Church
Friar Street
Bulmershe Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 1EH
England
Tickets
Prices: Prices: £18 - £28 (U18 - £12)
Book Tickets
Programme
Philip Glass – Glassworks: 1. Opening
Arvo Pärt – Spiegel im Spiegel
Gerard Cousins – White Cloud Blue Sky
Philip Glass – Truman Sleeps
Philip Glass – Etude no.1
Philip Glass – Metamorphosis 1
Performers
Gerard Cousins – guitar
Programme Note
Gerard Cousins was the first guitarist to successfully create guitar versions of Philip Glass’s piano music and was invited to release his recording on Glass’s own record label - Orange Mountain Music.
The album featured on the front page of Apple Music, streamed well over a million times and played on radio stations throughout the world.
"We can only salute the prowess of Gerard Cousins in having been able to rekindle a new flame in Glass's music" Classica
Join us for a mesmerising night of music as Gerard Cousins brings his unique artistry to the stage.
Known for his stunning interpretations of contemporary classical music, Cousins will perform captivating works by Philip Glass and Ólafur Arnalds, alongside his own compositions inspired by the rich traditions of Welsh folk music.
Experience the hypnotic beauty of Glass’s minimalist masterpieces, reimagined through the intricate textures of solo guitar. Let Arnalds’ cinematic, atmospheric melodies transport you to new sonic landscapes. And be among the first to hear Cousins’ own works, where ancient Welsh melodies meet modern harmony, creating a deeply evocative and soul-stirring sound.
With a style that blends technical brilliance and emotional depth, Cousins crafts performances that are as intimate as they are powerful.
Whether you’re a lover of classical, folk, or ambient music, this concert promises an evening of pure musical magic, where tradition and innovation meet in perfect harmony.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness one of today’s most exciting guitarists live.
