CLASSICAL GUITAR EVENTS 2009
Performers	Event Type	Date / Time	Venue
Sapphire Blue and Other Gems CGSWA Orchestra 2009 Summer Concert Conductor Jane Darcey featured artists include Jane Darcey, Brett Scott[cello], Duncan Gardiner, James Collins, Brendan Biddiss & Christine Yeong	Debut CD launch by the Classic Guitar Society of WA Orchestra featuring a sparkling selection of contemporary Australian classical guitar music at one of Perth’s premier venues.	3pm Sat Dec 19 BOCS 9484 1133 $20, $14 Conc, $10 CGSoc Members	Subiaco Arts Centre 180 Hamersley Rd Subiaco
Musicians of the Tango	INTERNATIONAL TANGO DAY - special edition of Plucked Strings	8 to 9pm Sun Dec 13	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
SPIRIT OF THE GUITAR Jonaghan Paget and Craig Lake Duo	Music by Granados, Lennon-McCartney, Piazzolla, Villa-Lobos and others	8pm Frid 11 Dec Door = $20 Presale = $18 Members = $15	Bookings at KULCHA Ph 9336 4544 or on-line KULCHA 1st floor 13 South Tce Fremantle (above Dome Cafe)
into the music Name's Greg, not Jose - Guitar Maker Greg Smallman	ABC Radio into the music programme with John Williams Produced by Robyn Johnston and David Le May	4pm Frid [WST] Dec 4	ABC Radio National 810
Chamber Jam 8 Paget-Lake Duo The last Chamber Jam of the year, and the line up promises not to disappoint. Other artists include the Sartory String Quartet, Matthew Kidd - clarinet and the Aeolus Wind Quintet.	Experience the authentic spirit of the guitar with music from Spain, Latin America, and beyond, performed by Western Australia’s leading classical guitar duo comprising Jonathan Paget and Craig Lake. Their program will include Tango Suite by Piazzolla and La Vida Breve by Manuel de Falla (arr. Emilio Pujol).	7.30pm Mon Nov 30 Bookings 9228 1088 or online The Ellington Jazz Club	The Ellington 191-193 Beaufort St Perth
WA Mandolin Orchestra Concerto for two mandolins and orchestra Guest artists Sue Flower & Marissa Carroll	Programme Edsijoan Tango [John Jooste], Dance Pieces 3 & 4 [Robert Schulz], Matilda Bay [Robert Kay], Illawarra Dances [John Peterson], Concerto In A [Robert Schulz], A Dark History [Robert Schulz]	8pm Sat Nov 28 Tickets $35 Ph: 9437 5321 or mandolinwa@ii.net	Callaway Auditorium Music Dept University of WA Crawley
WA Academy of Performing Arts Graduate Recitals in classical guitar Haydn Keals Brendan Biddiss Craig Lake	Haydn Keals 5.30 pm Brendan Biddiss 7.00 pm Craig Lake 8.30 pm	Free and open to the public Starts 5.30pm Tues 24 Nov	Music Auditorium WA Academy of Performing Arts 2 Bradford St Mt Lawley
Guitarissimo	Guitarissimo! Ellington presents a kaleidoscope of extreme classical guitar playing from some of WA’s best young talent at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. Directed by Jonathan Paget, the performance includes music from Spain, Brazil, and Australia, including solos and chamber ensembles.	7.30pm Mon Nov 16 Bookings 9228 1088 or online The Ellington Jazz Club	The Ellington 191-193 Beaufort St Perth
Charity concert of string, woodwind and song	A selection of contemporary and classical music featuring the CGSWA guitar orchestra, classical guitarist Duncan Gardiner and other guests. Proceeds to go UnitingCare West's residential program for children.	3pm Sun 8 Nov $20 Adults $15 Conc $5 children (school age) Tickets available at the door Inquiries Marie Yuncken 9385 8537	All Saints Floreat Uniting Church 50 Berkley Cres Floreat
PLECTRA BETA Elida Solecio Sydney Brien Courtney Hilton Daniel Christoffersen	GUESTS ON PLUCKED STRINGS	8 to 9pm Sun Nov 8	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
University of WA Graduation Recitals Classical guitar Henry Clarke Nathan Clarke James Collins	2pm Henry Clarke 3rd year Diploma. Works by Domeniconi, Villa Lobos and Reis. 3pm Nathan Clarke 3rd year Bachelor of Performance. Works by Aguado, Piazzolla, Charlton and Dyens 4pm James Collins 4th year Bachelor of Performance final recital. Works by Pena, Ascencio and more	Free and open to the public 2pm onwards Sat Nov 7	Callaway Auditorium Music Dept University of WA Crawley
Guitarissimo	Guitarissimo! A kaleidoscope of splendid classical guitar playing from some of WA’s best young talent at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. Directed by Jonathan Paget, the performance includes music from Spain, Brazil, and Australia, including solos and chamber ensembles.	2pm Sun Nov 1 FREE ENTRY	Kalamunda Performing Arts Centre 48 Canning Road Kalamunda
Classic Guitar Society Players’ Forum Director - Kevin Fraser	Performers wishing to play should contact Kevin Fraser at Mr Fraser's email	4.15pm Sun Nov 1	North Perth Lesser Hall View St North Perth
James Collins	GUEST ON PLUCKED STRINGS	8 to 9pm Sun Oct 25	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
Katriona Walsh and Duncan Gardiner: voice and guitar	A recital of beautiful and intriguing songs for voice and guitar. The programme will feature some rare versions of popular 19th century operatic arias arranged for guitar and voice by Berlioz. Also featured will be lied by Schubert and some delightful Spanish folk songs.	7:30pm Sat 17 Oct Tickets: Members - $15, non-members - $25, Concession - $20, students - $10 Tickets are available at the door on the night or by phoning Anne on 9349 5694	Nedlands Uniting Church 237 Princess Road Nedlands
Duncan Gardiner solo recital at St Georges Part of the St Georges Lunchtime recital series Duncan Gardiner web site	If you work in the city what better way is there to relax and refresh during a busy working day? Even if you're not working come into the ethereal surrounds of the cathedral and enjoy the music followed by lunch in the city. The programme will feature highlights from Duncan's debut album Of Dreams and Fantasy.	12 to 1pm Wed Sept 23 Tickets: $8, $5	St George's Cathedral St George's Tce Perth
Guitar Spectrum: Guitar Dreaming	Inspirational Australian Guitar Music. Music students from WAAPA perform chamber works with guitar, including pieces by Sculthorpe, Westlake, Houghton, Charlton and others.	7:30pm Tues 29 Sept Free	Spectrum Project Space 221 Beaufort St Northbridge
Classic Guitar Society Players’ Forum Director - Kevin Fraser	Performers wishing to play should contact Kevin Fraser at Mr Fraser's email	4.15pm Sun Sept 20	North Perth Lesser Hall View St North Perth
Guitar Dreaming	Classical Tuesdays Directed by Jonathan Paget	Tues 1.10pm 15 Sept Free lunch time recital	Music Auditorium WA Academy of Performing Arts 2 Bradford St Mt Lawley
Slava and Leonard Grigoryan Master class	Master class by Slava and Leonard Grigoryan	2 to 3pm Frid 11 Sept Free admission	Music Auditorium WA Academy of Performing Arts 2 Bradford St Mt Lawley
Slava and Leonard Grigoryan Grigoryan Bros web site	Be dazzled by the exquisite guitar playing of two of Australia’s most talented musicians.	7.30pm Frid 11 Sept $40 Full, $30 Concession/Student Friends Bookings open Tues 4 August Online and Public bookings open Tues 11 Aug Box Office 9370 6636	Music Auditorium WA Academy of Performing Arts 2 Bradford St Mt Lawley
Kerry Leahy	GUEST ON PLUCKED STRINGS	8 to 9pm Sun Sept 6	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
Alan & Deborah Banks 'Music for Pleasure Series' A special feature of the performance will be Alan with his wife Deborah ( vocals ) for some jazz standards, originals and fresh takes on Leonard Cohen. Alan Banks web site	Renowned guitarist Alan Banks has performed throughout the world to high acclaim. A former post grad student from London‘s Royal College of Music, Alan will present a programme of newly commissioned pieces as well as traditional pieces from around the world.	3pm Sun Sept 6 Tickets $15/10conc. and can be pre-booked phone 9378 4749 / 0410753479 or purchased at the door Alan has been a featured artist at the last two Fairbridge Festivals where he has teamed up with and played off against some of the worlds best guitarists as part of the annual 'Guitar Heaven' concerts.	Cottesloe Civic Centre Broome St Cottesloe
MANDOLINE AFFAIRE Penny Ross - mandolin & John Jooste - guitar Mandolineaffaire web site	IN CONCERT	3pm Sun Sept 6 Bookings: Ring Tim Negus on 0401 974 989	Swallows Welcome Winery ‘Chapel of the Flowers’ Margaret River
Brendan Biddiss	GUEST ON PLUCKED STRINGS	8 to 9pm Sun Aug 30	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
GUITAR HEAVEN Milica Ilic & Desert Child Guitar Heaven brings together four of Australia's finest acoustic guitar players for an evening of virtuosity. Milica Ilic web site	Guitar Heaven combines Milica Ilic's fiery classical guitar style, Desert Child's eclectic mix and Simon Fox's bluegrass. Guitar Heaven formed in 2006 and have performed together since. The evening will comprise of performances from each act, culminating in a spectacular group climax.	8pm Sat 29 Aug Door = $25 Presale = $23 Members = $20	Bookings at KULCHA Ph 9336 4544 KULCHA 1st floor 13 South Tce Fremantle (above Dome Cafe)
21st WA INTERNATIONAL CLASSICAL GUITAR ENSEMBLE FESTIVAL- 2009 An opportunity for ensembles to strut their stuff More info about this festival	Late fees apply after the deadline for entries of Wed 27th May Inquiries - Paul Duhig School of Instrumental Music Ph 9272 7877 or duhig@det.wa.edu.au	Sat 22 Aug 1.30 - 5.30pm Sun 23 Aug 9.00-12.30 & 1.20-5.10pm	Paul Latham Auditorium Churchlands Senior High School 20 Lucca St Churchlands
Melbourne Guitar Quartet: the Magic of the Guitar CANCELLED The Melbourne Guitar Quartet is an energetic and ground breaking ensemble featuring prize winning artists from the Victorian College of the Arts. MCQ are dedicated to the creation of substantial classical guitar ensemble repertoire and have a strong supportive and educational role amongst the broader Australian community toward young emerging artists. MGQ web page	The Quartet will perform a captivating and dynamic program of new and premier arrangements including: Johann Sebastian Bach's Tocatta and Fugue in D minor, Nigel Westlake's Omphalo Centric Lecture and excerpts from Astor Piazzolla's operita Maria de Buenos Aires.	CANCELLED 7.30pm Frid 21 Aug $20 Full/$15 Concession/Friends Bookings: Friends: Tues 21 July/ Public: Tues 28 July Box Office(08) 9370 6636	Music Auditorium WA Academy of Performing Arts 2 Bradford St Mt Lawley
CANCELLED Masterclass for the Classic Guitar Society with Anthony Field Anthony is a member of the Melbourne Guitar Quartet - see above left.	Open to the public. Players interested in performing should email Dr Jonathan Paget on j.paget@ecu.edu.au	CANCELLED 10am Sat 22nd Aug	Room 14.113 WA Academy of Performing Arts 2 Bradford St Mt Lawley
Russian 7 String Guitar and South American Guitar Krzysztof Piotrowicz and Mardae Selepak Krzysztof's web site	Two incredible talents to present music for an instrument previously not heard in Australia - the Russian 7-string guitar. Krzysztof Piotrowicz is a pioneer in Australia of this instrument, and Mardae Selepak is one of Australia's finest classical guitar talents. Featuring virtuosic arrangements of Russian gypsy songs and romances, the pair team up to explore the limits of Russian guitar.	8pm Frid 14 Aug Door $18 pre-sale $16	Bookings at KULCHA Ph 9336 4544 or on-line KULCHA 1st floor 13 South Tce Fremantle (above Dome Cafe)
Classic Guitar Society Players’ Forum Director - Kevin Fraser	Performers wishing to play should contact Kevin Fraser at Mr Fraser's email	3pm Sun June 28	North Perth Lesser Hall View St North Perth
CGSWA Orchestra 2009 Winter Concert Guest artist Claire Bonner Conductor Jane Darcey	The Classic Guitar Society of WA presents a concert of Australian music for classical guitars featuring works by Richard Charlton, Jane Darcey, Duncan Gardiner, Paul Svoboda and others.	3pm Sat June 20 $22.50/$17 Members $5.65 BOCS 9484 1133	Subiaco Arts Centre 180 Hamersley Rd Subiaco
GUITARSTROPHE! The WA Guitar Ensemble Guitarstrophe! web site	All concert proceeds will be used to ease the financial burden of Guitarstrophites who embark on a 10 day ensemble educational tour to New Zealand.	7pm Sat June 13 $15 - adults $12 - concession For tickets and information call 9458 4127 or email info@guitarstrophe.com	Paul Latham Auditorium Churchlands Senior High School 20 Lucca St Churchlands
Saskia and Max Noakes	GUESTS ON PLUCKED STRINGS	8 to 9pm Sun June 7	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
Duncan Gardiner guitar & Dora Piekart violin Of Dreams and Fantasy	Original solo music from Duncan’s latest album as well as works by Francis Kleynjans and Roland Dyens. Violinist, Dora Piakart, will also feature to perform some breath-taking duos.	St George's Cathedral Lunchtime concert 12 to 1pm Wed June 3 Tickets: $8, $5	St George's Cathedral St George's Tce Perth
UWASOM (you awesome!)Guitar Ensemble directed by John Casey & Alan Banks	University of WA Guitar Students	Free Lunch Time Concert 1.10 - 1.50pm Thurs May 28	Octagon Theatre University of WA Crawley
Jaye Van Wollingen	GUEST ON PLUCKED STRINGS	8 to 9pm Sun May 24	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
AN EVENING OF RUSSIAN GUITAR EAST MEETS WEST Krzysztof Piotrowicz and Mardae Selepak Krzysztof's web site	East Meets West combines two incredible talents to present music for an instrument previously not heard in Australia - the Russian 7-string guitar. Krzysztof Piotrowicz is a pioneer on this instrument, and Mardae Selepak is one of Australia's finest classical guitar talents. Featuring virtuosic arrangements of Russian gypsy songs and romances, the pair team up to explore the limits of Russian guitar.	Doors open 6pm Show 7pm Sat 23 May $25 Info - Tim 97 57 63 48	Chapel of Flowers, Swallows Welcome Margaret River
Pete Barrenger	GUEST ON PLUCKED STRINGS	8 to 9pm Sun May 17	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
Six String Counterpoint The worlds of classical and jazz guitar come together in this six string celebration featuring the combined talents of the Plectra guitar ensemble, the WAAPA Jazz Guitar Ensemble, jazz guitarist Freddie Grigson and classical guitarist Jonathan Paget.	The concert program includes Steve Reich's Electric Counterpoint and the premiere of an original composition by Johannes Luebbers.	7.30pm Thurs 14 May $20 Full/$15 Concession/Friends Bookings: Friends: Tues 14 April/Public: Tues 21 April Box Office(08) 9370 6636	Music Auditorium WA Academy of Performing Arts 2 Bradford St Mt Lawley
MANDOLINE AFFAIRE AUTUMN CONCERT Penny Ross - mandolin & John Jooste - guitar With guest musician Louise Ross Mandolineaffaire web site	We’ll be playing music of all sorts and the program will include some new tangos as well as a short bracket of guitar duets…’Songs from Mexico’ and ‘Classical Gas’ amongst them. We’ll be playing music by Vivaldi and Beethoven, two new Brazilian pieces by Luiz Bonfa and much more.	3.15pm Sun May 3 Full $18 Conc $15 (bookings of 6 or more tickets @ $14 each) Ph: (08) 9367 7895 email Mandoline Affaire or book online at website Penny will be playing part of the concert on her new ‘Charlie Christian’ mandolin.	Calvert Music Centre Cnr Pass Crescent & Deering St Beaconsfield [at the back of South Fremantle High School]
Jonathan Paget The Lyrical Guitar Classical Tuesdays at WAAPA	Works by Mertz, Regondi, Granados, Westlake, and Barrios	Tues 1.10pm 28 April Free lunch time recital	Music Auditorium WA Academy of Performing Arts 2 Bradford St Mt Lawley
Guitar Spectrum: The Guitar in Myth and Fantasy	Musical storytelling at its best with a diverse selection of vivid programmatic works performed by music students from WAAPA.	Tues 7:30 pm 28 April Free	Spectrum Project Space 221 Beaufort St Northbridge
PIERRE BENSUSAN Pierre Bensusan's web site	Algerian-born French guitar virtuoso Pierre Bensusan makes his first visit to Australia in April of 2009, around his headlining appearance at the National Folk festival in Canberra	Wed April 22 Doors Open 7.30pm $25.00 Fly By Night Musicians Club web site	Fly By Night Musicians Club 1 Holdsworth St Fremantle Entrance off Parry Street
Plectra perform guitar works by L’Hoyer, Regondi, Bellinati, Dyens, and Bizet WAAPA Winds perform Mozart’s Gran Partita directed by Lindsay Vickery “Classical Alfresco,” part of the “WAAPA direct” series	Don’t miss this opportunity to see the exciting crop of up-and-coming guitar players from the WA Academy of Performing Arts at this enchanting outdoor venue!	8pm, Saturday 28th March Gates open 7pm. Bar open, no BYO. Café open for light snacks. Tickets: Full $20, Concession $15, Family $50 (2 + 2)	Fremantle Arts Centre (1 Finnerty St Fremantle)
AN EVENING OF RUSSIAN GUITAR EAST MEETS WEST Krzysztof Piotrowicz and Mardae Selepak Krzysztof's web site	East Meets West combines two incredible talents to present music for an instrument previously not heard in Australia - the Russian 7-string guitar. Krzysztof Piotrowicz is a pioneer on this instrument, and Mardae Selepak is one of Australia's finest classical guitar talents. Featuring virtuosic arrangements of Russian gypsy songs and romances, the pair team up to explore the limits of Russian guitar.	Licensed bar No BYO Doors open 7.30pm Sat 14 Mar Adult $20 Chn $13 Bookings 9255 3366	Kalamunda Performing Arts Centre 48 Canning Road Kalamunda
Playmakers: You Can Ukulele 2009 Perth International Arts Festival Read more about Playmakers: You Can Ukulele	A celebration of the ukulele with players, makers and a concert.	Frid Feb 27 to Sun Mar 1, 2009	The Eclipse Building WA Museum Albany
Alan Banks - classical guitar	Free Lunch Time Concert	1.10 - 1.50pm Thurs Feb 26	Callaway Auditorium Music Dept University of WA Crawley
Hale School Visiting Artists Programme - www.halevap.com.au Arnaud Dumond and Vincent Le Gall A unique duo at the meeting point between classical, flamenco and world music Arnaud Dumond web site	Arnaud Dumond has given concerts and master classes throughout the world and is regularly invied to festivals internationally. He has recorded over 20 albums and has received numerous international awards for playign and composing. Vincent Le Gall began as an accompanist to singers and dancers before founding the ensemble duende. He is considered on of France's best flamenco guitarists. He is also a Doctor of Musicology and gives lectures and masterclasses throughtout France.	Guitar Masterclass Open to the public 4 to 5.30pm Wed Feb 25	John Inverarity Music and Drama Centre Unwin Avenue Wembley Downs 6019
		RECITAL 7.30pm Wed Feb 25	John Inverarity Music and Drama Centre Unwin Avenue Wembley Downs 6019
Craig Ogden	GUEST ON PLUCKED STRINGS	8 to 9pm Sun Feb 15	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
Sam Blight	GUEST ON PLUCKED STRINGS	8 to 9pm Sun Feb 1	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
AN EVENING OF RUSSIAN GUITAR EAST MEETS WEST Krzysztof Piotrowicz and Mardae Selepak Krzysztof's web site	East Meets West combines two incredible talents to present music for an instrument previously not heard in Australia - the Russian 7-string guitar. Krzysztof Piotrowicz is a pioneer on this instrument, and Mardae Selepak is one of Australia's finest classical guitar talents. Featuring virtuosic arrangements of Russian gypsy songs and romances, the pair team up to explore the limits of Russian guitar.	8pm Frid 23 Jan 2009 door $15 pre-sale $13 members $10	Bookings at KULCHA Ph 9336 4544 or on-line KULCHA 1st floor 13 South Tce Fremantle (above Dome Cafe)
Krzysztof Piotrowicz and Mardae Selepak	GUESTS ON PLUCKED STRINGS	8 to 9pm Sun Jan 18	On the radio = 92.1 Live stream on the internet = www.rtrfm.com.au
Summer Series 2009 MUSIC FROM THE HARP by Marshall McGuire Treat yourself to a morning of delight with renowned harpist, Marshall McGuire, a leading interpreter of contemporary and classical repertoire.	This sumptuous opening concert for Summer Series 2009 marks Marshall’s first ‘solo’ recital in Perth and features inspiring music from Bach, Handel and Britten. Marshall is a leading exponent of Australian composers and will showcase music from Peggy Glanville-Hicks, Ross Edwards and Graeme Koehne.	11am to 12 Mon 5 Jan 2009 Tickets for each concert are $32 and $28 Conc. Four-concert subscription is $100 Standard and $90 concession. BOCS Ticketing: (08) 9484 1133 www.bocsticketing.com.au or any BOCS outlet.	GOVERNMENT HOUSE BALLROOM St George's Terrace Perth

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