01 July 2007

July 1st - El Moreno


El Moreno (aka Richard Smith) continually tours the country presenting programmes that mix romantic classics with flamenco and Latin-American style pieces.

In his early career he took part in master classes with John Williams and later studied with Argentine Guitarist Jorge Morel in New York. He has performed at the West Dean International Guitar Festival and has recently written and presented the
‘Absolute Beginners Classical Guitar’DVD for publishers Music Sales Ltd.

His performances often include guest appearances with his wife, Australian Soprano - Carol Oliver.

The programme includes works by Tarrega, Beethoven, Mozart and Villa-Lobos.