Ben Gateño - Classical Guitar

Ben Gateño - Classical Guitar

Join us for an evening of mesmerizing classical guitar music performed by the talented Ben Gateño. Get ready to be serenaded by his enchanting melodies in the intimate setting of Blue Moon Ballroom. This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, filled with beautiful music and a cozy atmosphere. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the magic of classical guitar up close and personal!

Info: 7:30 - 9:00pm
Two sets of music with an intermission.
Cash bar available.

Set 1 features:
Spanish classical guitar from the Renaissance and Baroque periods with intricate ornamentation, complex polyphonic textures, and a focus on both strummed and plucked techniques.

Set 2 features:
Country Blues (1920s–30s)
Deeply personal, emotive vocals and expressive guitar work—marked by fingerpicking, slide techniques, and rhythmic looseness—reflecting the lived experiences of life in the rural south.

Ragtime (1920s–30s)
Syncopated rhythms and lively melodies with intricate fingerstyle arrangements that capture its ragged swing into a playful, toe-tapping bounce and charm reflective of the era’s vibrant energy.

Host or Publisher Blue Moon Ballroom