The Longay Conservatory of Guitar is pleased to present, to the general public, these inspiring concerts as part of the International Suzuki Guitar Festival. All of these concerts and the Kanengiser master class are held at the beautiful Santa Clara Convention Center Theatre, Santa Clara California. This venue provides an intimate setting for a rich musical experience with its 600 seat capacity.
The events will start promptly on time so allow for parking at the convention center. Download a local festival map for directions and please feel free to call us for more information about these exciting events at (408)343.0933.
William Kanengiser
Concert: Monday, July 7, 2008 at 7:00pm
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Mr. Kanengiser’s appearance is made possible by a generous contribution by the Hill Guitar Company, inc. |
Recognized as one of America’s most brilliant guitarists, William Kanengiser has developed a unique repertoire for his instrument, ranging from dazzling arrangements of Mozart, Handel, and Bartók to his innovative excursions into the music of Eastern Europe and the Caribbean. Praised by the Los Angeles Times for his “dizzying execution” and “exceeding vitality and warmth,” Mr. Kanengiser has performed in recital and as guest soloist with orchestras in virtually every major American city, ranging from New York City’s Carnegie Hall to San Francisco’s Herbst Theater, as well as throughout Canada, Europe, and Asia.
Go to William Kanengiser’s website to learn more about this extraordinary performer and clinician.
Kanengiser Master Class Audit: Monday, July 7, 2008 at 9:00am to 12:00
Mr. Kanengiser is lauded as one of the fine teachers in our time for the guitar. If you are a professional, teacher, student or just a lover of the instrument don't miss this inspiring and enjoyable opportunity.
Celso Machado
Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 6:00
Celso Machado master of ritmos brasileiros, virtuoso guitarist, percussionist and multi-instrumentalist brings joy to his audiences, with his subtle mixture of musical inspiration, irresistible rhythm and inspired lunacy.
Celso Machado’s solo performances transport his audiences through the richness and diversity of Brazilian music, and beyond. While Celso’s music is rooted in the percussive rhythms, harmonies and spirit of Brazil it also reflects his incurable fascination with other world music traditions. He has gained mastery of a vast array of instruments including: the Arab nay, the southern Italian tamburello, Moroccan guembri, and most recently the African kora. These influences blend seamlessly into his own sound; his own unique contribution to the evolution of Brazilian music.
“Celso Machado is a samba school by himself.”
— Caroline Kutter, Les Cahiers de la Guitare, Paris, France (translated)
“A one-man compendium of Brazilian diversity who doubles as a guitarist and percussionist par excellence. Reminiscent of Bobby McFerrin, the multi–talented Machado finds an orchestra–full of ways to use his voice and makes percussion instruments of his entire body: cheeks, mouth, chest, hands and legs – not to mention the various parts of the microphone stand. Yet Machado also showed serious chops as a guitar player with an intricate, high speed solo in which he constantly altered the instruments tuning in mid–flight ...”
— Lawrence B. Johnson in a special to the Detroit News
For over thirty years he has performed on concert stages throughout Brazil, Western Europe, Canada, and in the United States. Celso’s last four solo CDs have been nominated for four Juno Awards which includes his recently released CD, Jogo da Vida, for CBC Records. This year Celso will publish a new set of compositions for guitar with Editions Henry Lemoine and next January/February 2008 he will tour with the Brazilian Guitar Festival curated by Sergio Assad.
Go to Celso Machado’s website to learn more of this creative and exciting performer.
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The Showcase Concert is made possible by a generous contribution by Ruben Flores, Classical and Flamenco Guitars. |
Showcase Concert
Friday, July 11, 2008 at 6:00
For over twenty years Suzuki Guitar has evolved in the world to bring about the highest level of playing by young students. The week will feature a very special Showcase Concert which will present the worlds very finest young Suzuki Guitar performers.
A portion of the proceeds of this concert will go to Wheels for Iraqi Kids, a special program dedicated to helping the children of Iraq. Please see the festival news! page for more information about this program and the amazing difference one child can make in the lives of many.
ticket purchaseTickets for all the events are $20 for general admission Block purchases : Call the Longay Conservatory of Guitar at (408)343–0933 for information on acquiring discounts for block purchases for your business or organization. 
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