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Press Quotes

'Set to be a humdinger of an event with yet another mouthwatering programme crammed with international artists of high repute.' Tim Panting, Classical Guitar Magazine, London.

'Unlike the sequels to Jaws and Rocky the Waltons Guitar Festival of Ireland actually gets better every year.' Tim Panting, Classical Guitar Magazine, London.

'Workshops, concerts, classes and all kinds of celebrations for one of the world's greatest instruments.' Hotpress.

'It is remarkable how the occasion has grown into an event of extravagant proportions with some of the most prestigious names in the guitar world.'
Classical Guitar Magazine, London.

 

 

Festival Introduction

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Alec O'Leary
Festival Director

 

 

 

 

Festival Highlights 2011

  • Thursday 30 June, 8pm
    Alec O'Leary & ConTempo Quartet

    Spoil your senses with the sound of strings. The GFI opens at the National Concert Hall with Festival Director, guitarist Alec O'Leary and the world-renowned ConTempo String Quartet. This concert features some of the finest works for guitar and strings from tangos to fandangos, all delivered with the integrity of a well-polished ensemble. More Info »

  • friday 1 July, 8pm
    john feeley

    Described by Michael Dervan in the Irish Times as ‘a trailblazer...when it comes to the guitar and guitar-playing in Ireland', internationally acclaimed virtuoso John Feeley was born in Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. He is a regular performer at the GFI and is always hugely popular with Irish audiences. Highly Reccommended! More Info »

  • Saturday 2 July, 7pm
    Thibault Cauvin

    The GFI is proud to present the great French guitarist Thibault Cauvin. “He brims with youthful bravura but also understands the importance of restraint and control of color” Los Angeles Times. Thibault Cauvin, young parisian of 25 years old, is definitely one of the most talented, charismatic and demanded guitarist touring today. More Info »

  • Sunday 3 July, 2pm
    Beijing Guitar duo

    The Beijing Guitar Duo, composed of Meng Su and Yameng Wang, is widely noted for its outstanding technique and artistic musicality. The impressive individual talents of Ms. Su and Ms. Wang come together to create one of the most exciting guitar duos on the scene today. This is their Irish debut and a concert you won't want to miss! More Info »

  • Sunday 3 July, 8pm
    Joscho Stephan Trio

    Joscho Stephan is one of the World's best acoustic guitarists today. His music is deeply rooted in the Gypsy Swing of 1930's mostly associated with guitarist Django Reinhardt and the famous Hot Club de France. A fantastic way to finish off the festivities and always a festival favourite. More Info »