Classical Guitar by Candlelight at St Mary Le Strand Church, London on Friday 14th July 2023

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Classical Guitar by Candlelight

Add to my Calendar 14-07-2023 20:00 14-07-2023 22:00 36 Classical Guitar by Candlelight Enjoy an exceptional classical guitar recital by renowned virtuoso Amanda Cook in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand. It's a hugely appealing programme that will be sure to start your weekend in style! There are also a good choice of restaurants and bars nearby to complete your night out.About tonight's performer:Dubbed “The ‘guitar queen’ with a silken touch” by The Independent, Amanda Cook has appeared as a soloist in the USA, South America and throughout Europe. In the UK venues include the South Bank, Wigmore Hall, St George’s Bristol, King’s Place & The Sage Gateshead. Her highly acclaimed performances are always noted for their sensitive musicality, fluid technique, and ability to draw the audience in to her world.Amanda studied at the RCM, as a Foundation Scholar and then went onto study in New York with Benjamin Verdery and the help of the Countess of Munster Musical Trust. She has been broadcast on television and radio, both abroad and in the UK, including BBC Radio 3’s “In Tune” & “Late Junction”, BBC Radio 4’s “Woman’s Hour,” and Classic FM. In addition to solo work, Amanda is a member of the critically acclaimed Vida Guitar Quartet who regularly tour the USA, Europe and China. Amanda was course director at the International Guitar Festival for five years. She regularly adjudicates music festivals, gives masterclasses and has sat on the jury for several International Competitions including the GFA 2015 in Oklahoma and the 2019 Euro Strings Competition. Amanda is a patron of the Federation of Guitar Societies. St Mary Le Strand Church, London DD/MM/YYYY

Details

St Mary Le Strand Church
Strand
The Strand
London
WC2R 1ES
England

Friday 14th July 2023
8:00 PM

Programme

Francisco Tárrega – ¡Sueño!
Moreno Torroba – Zafra
Moreno Torroba – Torija
Moreno Torroba – Manzanares del Real
Moreno Torroba – Alba de Tormes
William Lovelady – The White Stone
William Lovelady – Curlew
Snowden Laura – The Parting Glass
Gerard Cousins – lisa lan
Rodgers & Hart – My Romance
Seymour Simons – All Of Me
Domeniconi Carlo – Variations On A Turkish Folk Song
Baden Powell de Aquino – Samba em Prelúdio
Vicente Emilio Sojo – Valsa Sem Nom
Vicente Emilio Sojo – Endecha
Vicente Emilio Sojo – Galeron

Performers

Amanda Cook – guitar

Programme Note

Enjoy an exceptional classical guitar recital by renowned virtuoso Amanda Cook in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand. It's a hugely appealing programme that will be sure to start your weekend in style! There are also a good choice of restaurants and bars nearby to complete your night out.

About tonight's performer:

Dubbed “The ‘guitar queen’ with a silken touch” by The Independent, Amanda Cook has appeared as a soloist in the USA, South America and throughout Europe. In the UK venues include the South Bank, Wigmore Hall, St George’s Bristol, King’s Place & The Sage Gateshead. Her highly acclaimed performances are always noted for their sensitive musicality, fluid technique, and ability to draw the audience in to her world.
Amanda studied at the RCM, as a Foundation Scholar and then went onto study in New York with Benjamin Verdery and the help of the Countess of Munster Musical Trust. She has been broadcast on television and radio, both abroad and in the UK, including BBC Radio 3’s “In Tune” & “Late Junction”, BBC Radio 4’s “Woman’s Hour,” and Classic FM. In addition to solo work, Amanda is a member of the critically acclaimed Vida Guitar Quartet who regularly tour the USA, Europe and China. Amanda was course director at the International Guitar Festival for five years. She regularly adjudicates music festivals, gives masterclasses and has sat on the jury for several International Competitions including the GFA 2015 in Oklahoma and the 2019 Euro Strings Competition. Amanda is a patron of the Federation of Guitar Societies.

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