Genre: Acoustic Solo Guitar
Related Artists: Michael Hedges, Leo Kottke
Most Recent Release: Concert at St. Olaf College (Timbreline Music, 2005)
Boundary-free, horizon-expanding, genre-bending, transcendent, soulful, kickass, mind-opening, exquisitely gorgeous instrumental solo acoustic guitar music. If you've never heard of Michael Gulezian (gu-LAY-ze-in), you're in for a very pleasant surprise. He's one of the most highly regarded instrumental acoustic artists of our time. In concert, Michael is all warmth and humor ... and though it's visually breathtaking to watch him perform, a Michael Gulezian concert is more than a display of cutting-edge virtuosity – it is the passionate communion of master musician engaged with his audience in the mystery of self-revelation, creating music of atmospheric power, ecstatic joy, and haunting beauty.
The reviews speak volumes: "unbelievable … incredible … music from another planet" (Jazziz Magazine); "Gulezian's place [is] among the great acoustic guitar innovators of the 20th Century" (Music Web Express); "for all his virtuosic ferocity, Michael never loses sight of the melody, or the drama of his compositions. And he can still play sweetly. At this stage in his career, Gulezian doesn't need to prove he can play, he just needs more people to hear his expansive and original sound" (Acoustic Guitar Magazine).
With his two most recent CDs charting nationally at radio, Michael quickly found himself performing live to an audience of millions on NPR radio shows West Coast Live, Echoes, and World Café. For all the airplay, accolades, and critical acclaim, Michael remains most touched and humbled by the words of his late friend and colleague Michael Hedges, who called Gulezian "a great guitarist. My kindred spirit."
If you enjoy the artistry of musicians such as Leo Kottke and Michael Hedges – guitarists who amaze us with what ten fingers and one guitar can do – then you will love Michael Gulezian. Find out why Garrison Keillor said, "If I could play guitar the way Michael Gulezian does, I would just sit in front of a mirror and watch myself do it."
Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience Michael Gulezian in concert, in the intimate setting and awesome acoustic room at Haffabubbleoff Ranch.
Select Discography:
"Language of the Flame" Timbreline Music; "The Dare of an Angel" Timbreline Music; "Unspoken Intentions" Takoma / Chrysalis
For more information on Michael, please visit http://www.timbrelinemusic.com/music.html
Potluck: 5 p.m. (please bring a covered dish and your favorite beverage)
Showtime: 7 p.m.
Suggested Donation: $15 Advance | $20 Door
Venue: Halfabubbleoff Studios
181 Hart Bench
Darby, MT 59829
Advance reservations appreciated. Please make check payable to Michael Gulezian and mail to Donna Pearson at the address below:
181 Hart Bench
Darby, MT 59829
Questions/Directions:Contact Donna at 821-2033 or email donna@mtnmortgage.net.
Thanks for supporting folk music in the Bitterroot. Please forward this message to anyone you think would enjoy this show.
No comments:
Post a Comment