Rafael Aguirre From Spain: Classical Solo Guitar
Rafael Aguirre is one of the most sought-after guitarists at an international level, having received 13 top First Prizes for his instrument such as the Tárrega Competition and also obtaining important awards in all instrumental categories such as the Pro Musicis in New York. He was named Associate of the Royal Academy of Music in London (ARAM), in recognition of his international career and he received the National Award “Cultura Viva” in Madrid. He has performed in 46 countries.
He comes to North Tahoe for a solo concert after a featured performance with the San Jose Symphony. He will also perform concerts in São Paulo, debut with the Murcia and Tenerife Orchestras broadcasted by TVE, debut in Colombia at the Cartagena de Indias Festival as well as in Puerto Rico at the Casals Festival with the Puerto Rico Symphony.
He recently recorded with soprano Fatma Said for the Warner Classics label, an album that was awarded with the BBC Music Magazine Awards, Gramophone Awards and Opus Klassik of Germany. As a result of his recording work, he has been pre-nominated for a Latin Grammy. He currently resides in Mexico City.
