Julian
Bream is widely acknowledged as one of the foremost musicians of
the twentieth century. During a concert career spanning over 60
years he almost single-handedly inspired the revival of the Renaissance
lute, raising international awareness of music of the Elizabethan
period by Dowland and Byrd and his ensembe, the Julian Bream Consort,
was key in the reawakening of interest in early music in the early
60's. He formed the cornerstone of the guitar repertoire from from
composers such as Britten, Berkeley, Arnold, Walton, H enze
and Takemitsu. This legacy wil be explored during the CDGF 2008
with strands in early music and in new music featuring repertoire
which Bream revived, commissioned and performed during his career.
Following his pioneering example, the Festival has commissioned
a new piece for sologuitar by one of Europe's most successful composers,
Ian Wilson, to be premiered by Graham Anthony Devine. Graham Wade
will launch his new book The Art of Julian Bream and will present
a seminar on Bream, the man and musician.
The
City of Derry Guitar Festival 2008 - The 7th Annual City of Derry
Guitar Festival brings together some of the world's finest guitarists
and composers for a series of inspirational performances, masterclasses
and workshops. Set in the beautiful grounds of the University of
Ulster's Magee campus in the historic walled city of Derry, Northern
Ireland, the festival brings together some of the world's finest
guitarists and guest musicians to lead a packed programme of performances
and classes for guitarists and composers of all levels.
Non-playing music lovers have the opportunity to sit back and enjoy
public concerts performed by guest artists in six concerts featuring
music from the 1600's to the present day. This years artistic team
includes acclaimed musicians Carlos Bonell, Graham Devine, Nigel
North, Sean Woods, Ricky Graham, and Mark McKnight. Composer Frank
Lyons will lead and ancillary composition programme.
I look forward to seeing you all there.
Sean Woods Artistic
Director
CDGF would like
to express its thanks to the following:
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