Returning from an outstanding 2024 USA tour to over 37 cities and 10,000 audience members, Andrew Blanch brings a musical journey like no other. Praised as “the rockstar of nylon-acoustic music” (On Sounds), “the real deal” (Classics Today), “dazzling” (ArtsHub), and “brilliant” (Limelight Magazine), Andrew is one of Australia’s leading musicians. With prizes in more than ten international competitions, three critically acclaimed albums, and performances spanning from Berlin to Cordoba, São Paulo, London, Sydney and Auckland, he has captivated audiences around the globe.

The evening begins with a virtuosic solo Spanish guitar recital, tracing the instrument’s rich history from the heights of the European Baroque in J.S. Bach to the fiery evocations of Spanish life in the works of Catalan Maestro Isaac Albéniz. The journey continues into Latin America, with a selection of 20th-century masterpieces from Mexico, Venezuela, Brazil, and Uruguay.

The concert’s emotional finale transports you to Argentina, where the phenomenal Argentinian mezzo-soprano María Eugenia Nieva joins Andrew on stage for a selection of Argentinian Tango and Música Folklórica.  Featuring Astor Piazzolla and Carlos Gardel, María Eugenia’s extraordinary interpretations bring the concert to a powerful conclusion.

Performances:

Saturday 4 May Time TBC | Wayville Concerts, Adelaide | Bookings and details via SMS 0413 914 280

Friday, 9th of May 7:00pm-8:15pm | Goolwa Centenary Hall

Saturday 10 May 5:00pm-6:15pm | St John the Baptist Cathedral, Murray Bridge

Sunday 11 May 5:00pm-6:15pm | Willunga Show Hall

"I've just been serenaded and fallen in love ... beautifully rich imaginings of Spanish pieces presented wonderfully." - Audience Member