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Event
The Artistry of Michael Partington - Music from the Golden Age of Guitar
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Music by Anton Diabelli (1781-1858), Fernando Sor (1778-1839), Josef Kaspar Mertz (1806-56), and Julián Arcas (1832-82)
Michael Partington will be performing on a French guitar by an anonymous maker (Mirecourt, ca. 1840).
This concert is presented as part of National Guitar Day weekend.
About the Musician
Michael Partington is one of the most engaging concert players of his generation. Praised by Classical Guitar Magazine for his lyricism, intensity and clear technical command, this award-winning British guitarist has performed to unanimous critical praise. Audiences are put at ease by his charming stage manner and captivated by his interpretations. An innate rhythmic understanding, and sense for tonal color combine to form some of the most memorable phrasing to be heard on the guitar. He has appeared throughout North America, Europe, Russia, and Scandinavia as a soloist and with ensembles.
As an advocate of new music, Michael has commissioned and premiered works by Stephen Goss, Bryan Johanson, Toshio Hosokawa, Angelo Gilardino, Tom Baker, Kevin Callahan, and others. He is currently Artist-in-Residence and director of the guitar program at the University of Washington in Seattle. He has given classes and workshops at festivals and institutions around the world. Michaels students have won prizes in regional, national, and international competitions, and scholarships and awards to study all over the world.
The Program
Sonata in F major, Op. 29, No. 3 Anton Diabelli (1781-1858)
Fantasie Élégiaque, Op. 59 (1835) Fernando Sor (1778-1839)
From Bardenklänge, Op 13 (184647) Josef Kaspar Mertz (1806-056)
An Malvina (To Malvina) An die Entfernte (To the Distant Beloved)
Unruhe (Unrest) Romanze
Fantasia sobre motivos de la opera Traviata de Verdi Julián Arcas (1832-82)
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LocationQueen Anne Christian Church (View)
1316 3rd Avenue West
Seattle, WA 98119
United States
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| Minimum Age: 7 |
| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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Contact
Accessibility
Wheel-chair accessible.
Pandemic protocols observed. Proof of vaccination and masks required.
All seats will be assigned; only 50% of capacity will be sold, due to COVID precautions
For reservations and inquiries, email gbozarth.musiquedujpourpresents@gmail.com
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