Tom Kerstens has commissioned over 85 new works for guitar, including three concertos, and has established international competitions for young guitarists.
Instruments
Tom Kerstens, the guitarist, uses A Series guitars made by Gary Southwell, which incorporate 5500-year-old bog wood.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Tom Kerstens, as artistic director of the International Guitar Foundation (IGF), aims to bring the guitar closer to the center of the classical music world by commissioning new works.
Performer Biography
The Ligeti Quartet, the string quartet on this album, has been mentored by the renowned Kronos Quartet at both the Barbican Centre and Carnegie Hall.
Composition History
All the music on this album was commissioned by Tom Kerstens, the artistic director of the International Guitar Foundation (IGF).
Recording & Production
All tracks on this album are premiere recordings, meaning they have never been recorded or released before.
Performer Biography
Tom Kerstens was awarded the prestigious Joaquín Rodrigo commemorative medal by Cecilia Rodrigo for his outstanding contribution to disseminating Rodrigo's work.
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