Rovshan Mamedkuliev won First Prize at the XXX Guitar Foundation of America’s International Concert Artist Competition in 2012.
Performer Biography
Rovshan Mamedkuliev, the guitarist on this album, began studying classical guitar at age eleven in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, and has won over twenty international awards.
Album & Artwork
This album is part of the "Laureate Series" and features Rovshan Mamedkuliev, the winner of the 2012 Guitar Foundation of America (GFA) Competition.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The works on this album have strong connections to folk-music traditions, showcasing how classical composers have drawn inspiration from popular music.
Instruments
The guitar itself is highlighted as both an instrument of the people and, at specific times in its history, an instrument of the court, with its music rich in traditional rhythms and melodies.
Performer Biography
In 2006, Rovshan Mamedkuliev received a Grant from Vladimir Putin, the Russian President, for his high achievements in the arts.
