Andrew Wilder Performs An Evening of Solo Classical Guitar Music

First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta and The Atlanta Guitar Guild presents Andrew Wilder, classical guitar

Get ready for a night of exquisite music as virtuoso guitarist Dr. Andrew Wilder takes the stage on October 12, 2024, at 7:30 pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta. Co-sponsored by the First Presbyterian Church and the Atlanta Guitar Guild, this solo concert promises an extraordinary experience for classical guitar enthusiasts and music lovers alike.

Dr. Wilder, renowned for his breathtaking performances and profound artistry, will showcase an impressive repertoire that spans the classical guitar repertoiry, performing works by Phillips, Haydn, Rautavaara, Mozart, and Walton.

“The artistic integrity and poetic depth of Andrew Wilder are difficult to describe with words: one has to see it to believe it. In the guitar world, there is only a fistful of performers who never fail to inspire me with their playing. Andrew is one of these rare artists, and he is definitely the youngest one. And when he walks on a stage and plays the guitar, he unfailingly takes my breath away with the wonders of his music making, from the very first note to the very last one.” - Nicolò Spera

Dr. Andrew Wilder, an esteemed American classical guitarist, has achieved significant recognition both as a performer and scholar. His international performance career spans the United States, Mexico, Europe, and South America, with notable successes in prestigious competitions, including First Prizes at the Guitar Competition of the Society of American Musicians, the International Tennessee Guitar Competition, and the University of Louisville International Guitar Competition. Wilder's dedication to Baroque and Classical music is highlighted by his ambitious project to perform the complete lute works of J.S. Bach from memory, culminating in the album Bach: Complete Lute Works on Guitar. His extensive educational background includes Artist Diplomas from the Istituto Musicale Pareggiato Della Valle D’Aosta and the Conservatorio Svizzera Italiana, a Bachelor of Music from Columbus State University, a Master’s from the University of Kentucky, and a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Colorado Boulder, reflecting his comprehensive training and scholarly achievements in classical guitar performance.

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