Artists: Glenn Gould, Andres Segovia, David Russell, Julian Bream, Paul Galbraith, Miles Davis, Eric Clapton, Joe Pass, Daniel Barenboim, Sufjan Stevens, Rufus Wainwright. Anyone that can make it their own
Composers: Bach, Scarlatti, Beethoven, Messaien, Brahms,
Stephen Reck is a distinctive talent and one of a new generation of classical guitarists emerging from Ireland. He initially trained with the world renowned John Feeley, having started lessons at the relatively late age of seventeen, having switched from electric guitar. In a very short space of time, he attained such a high standard that he was accepted to the Dublin Conservatory of Music and Drama (D.I.T.) where he completed his undergraduate studies with John Feeley. Awarded a scholarship for postgraduate study abroad he then gained an MMus Performance Degree under the tutelage of Carlos Bonell in London.
With the generous financial support of the Irish Arts Council, Stephen was able to continue his studies with the great Cuban virtuoso and pedagogue Ricardo Iznaola at the University or Denver Colorado, who has said that Stephen’s playing possesses “Great technique and beautiful sound”.
As a soloist Stephen has performed extensively in the UK, Ireland and America. Recent performances include an acclaimed debut recital at the John Field Recital Room of the National Concert Hall in Dublin. He was also Ricardo Iznaola’s performing assistant at Bowdoin International Music Festival, Maine, USA, for three years collaborating with many performers playing works by composers such as Tan Dun and George Crumb.
His recent CD “Saudade” released early in 2007 has been featured on RTE Lyric FM and according to Dr. John Feeley, Chair of Guitar, D.I.T College of Music, Dublin “a considered interpretation. ..beautiful sound and control...”
Stephen regularly collaborates with the flautist David Cuthbert as part of the group Flautarra and have toured and played extensively in the UK. "...Performers David Cuthbert on flute and Stephen Reck on guitar gave an accomplished performance of technically demanding pieces with vitality and verve..." Jo Thewlis, Bury Free Press.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ! Buon Natale from Italy !Bella la musica! I have a beautiful "regalo" how do you say... gift... for you, visit my website http://www.classicalguitarvideo.com Ciao, Daniele Magli
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