Presented by Guild Hall & D’Addario
Co-envisioned by Guild Hall Board Chairman Marty Cohen and D’Addario’s Chairman Jim D’Addario
Legends of classical guitar are joined by the next generation of icons in a once-in-a-lifetime event celebrating the 50th anniversary of New York’s own musical icon, the D’Addario Company. Hailing from Brazil, Spain, China and the U.S., these remarkable artists have redefined the art of classical guitar. The evening will be hosted by John Schafer of WNYC Radio.
Paco Peña is the world’s foremost flamenco artist, galvanizing audiences for decades, across every continent. Badi Assad brings her own virtuoso style to the instrument as a singer, composer and guitarist. Benjamin Verdery has graced every major concert hall in the world and is celebrated for his unique eclecticism and iconoclastic performance style. These artists will share the stage with a new breed of iconic guitarists. Xuefei Yang, considered one of the top classical guitarists of our time, is also a trailblazer as the first internationally recognized Chinese guitarist on the global stage. Jack and Elle Davisson, aka the Davisson Duo, are a brother-sister team who are helping to redefine the instrument with a unique blend of exceptional artistry and meticulous technique that has catapulted these American teens to international acclaim.
