The Aquarelle Guitar Quartet was formed at the Royal Northern College of Music and has gained a reputation as a dynamic and innovative ensemble.
Recording & Production
The recording utilizes 24-bit technology, which offers a dynamic range up to 48 dB greater and 256 times the resolution of standard 16-bit recordings.
Performer Biography
In 2009, a commissioned work for the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet's previous album, Danças Nativas by Clarice Assad, was nominated for a Latin Grammy Award.
Instruments
The members of the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet play guitars made by different luthiers: Vasilis Bessas plays a Bert Kwakkel (2010), Rory Russell a Greg Smallman (2009), and James Jervis and Michael Baker both play Paul Sheridan guitars (1999 and 2007, respectively).
Performer Biography
The Aquarelle Guitar Quartet has been instrumental in the re-emergence of two major concertos for four guitars: Rodrigo's Concierto Andaluz and Moreno Torroba's Concierto Ibérico.
Performer Biography
The Aquarelle Guitar Quartet has studied with respected guitarists including Sérgio Assad, Oscar Ghiglia, and Scott Tennant.
Album & Artwork
The album title "Dances" reflects the percussive nature of the guitar, which lends itself well to the rhythmic energy of various dance forms.
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