Acclaimed as both a master guitar soloist and a prolific composer, Dr. José Lezcano has thrilled audiences across the globe. His performances span a diverse repertoire, encompassing the classics, rich Hispanoamerican and Cuban traditions, and his own original compositions. He has played Carnegie Recital Hall, the NYC North-South Consonance Series, and festivals in Cuba, Trinidad & … Read more
“Elegant.” “Riveting.” “Soulful.” “Classic mastery.” These are a few of the terms that have been used to describe the unique and stunning swing-jazz music of acoustic guitarist Guy Van Duser and clarinetist Billy Novick. Together as a duo for more than forty years, Guy and Billy have performed in concerts, clubs and festivals all over North America … Read more
The Olson/DeCari Duo, the husband-and-wife collaboration of mezzo-soprano Gioia De Cari and guitarist John Olson, has been dedicated to expanding the repertoire and artistic possibilities of the guitar/voice ensemble for over twenty years. Known for their innovative programming and compelling artistry, the Duo is committed to commissioning and performing new music.Their expansive repertoire includes works by … Read more
William Ghezzi has performed widely as soloist, as well as with orchestras, chamber ensembles, choruses, dance companies, and theater. He has appeared with the Montpelier Chamber Orchestra, the Harry Partch Ensemble, and the Philadelphia Guitar Ensemble, among many others. His recordings are available on Spotify, iTunes, Amazon, and YouTube Music, and his performance videos can … Read more
Join us to kick off our 2026-27 International Concert Series with 2025 Guitar Foundation of America grand prize winner, French guitarist Virgile Barthe.
Thatcher Harrison is an American guitarist and composer. As a composer, he expands the boundaries of classical guitar repertoire through what he terms “classical fusion” composition: pieces based in classical composition and performance techniques, but with influences from other musical genres such as jazz, rock, fingerstyle guitar, blues, pop, folk, film score, and world music. … Read more
Duo Chinoiserie is a distinctive musical ensemble that bridges the traditions of the Chinese gushing and European classical guitar. For the past decade, they have been exploring and celebrating the profound cultural exchanges between East and West, highlighting the elegance of far eastern aesthetics alongside the refined sophistication of European artistry. Through their music, they … Read more
Kim Perlak is currently the Chair of Guitar Department at Berklee College of Music, She is the author of Classical Technique for the Modern Guitarist, which was published in 2016. Kim serves on the boards of the Guitar Foundation of America, the Boston Classical Guitar Society, and The D’Addario Education Advisory Board. And has served … Read more
Aniello Desiderio and Zoran Dukić, both acclaimed classical guitarists, have been collaborating as a duo since the early 1990s. Together, they are know as From A & Z. We’re very happy have them conclude our artist series for this season.
Come join the fun in a relaxed, enriching, and music filled day. Reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, share some food, and have a good time at the 2026 BCGS Spring Festival!
