Works for Guitar

Featuring

Søren Bødker Madsen
Hans Dal

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Composer Biography

Hans Dal, the composer, is a trained guitarist from the Royal Danish Academy of Music and has taught at various institutions for over 30 years.

Composer's Artistic Vision

Hans Dal openly states that his works are tonal and melodic, and he insists that his composer's heart beats strongest for beautiful themes, regardless of current musical trends.

Performer Biography

Søren Bødker Madsen, the guitarist, won first place at the international Kutha Hora guitar competition in the Czech Republic in 1986, competing against over 100 guitarists.

Cultural Impact

Hans Dal is particularly remembered for his contribution to the beloved Danish Christmas TV calendar 'Nissebanden', for which he oversaw the soundtrack and also played the role of the secret agent elf A-38.

Recording & Production

This album features world premiere recordings of Hans Dal's works for solo guitar.

Composer's Artistic Vision

Hans Dal began composing music tailored to the guitar because he felt the classical guitar repertoire was limited in its expression.

Composition History

Hans Dal's career as a composer received a crucial push from his soundtrack for the 1981 film 'Langturschauffør' (Long-Haul Truck Driver), which opened doors to his abilities, especially on guitar.