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New York City Braces for the Electrifying Inaugural Guitar Masters Festival
Charles Carlini Presents announces the inaugural Guitar Masters Festival, a five-day extravaganza set to electrify New York City from April 25th to 29th, 2024.
Charles Carlini, the visionary behind the festival, has curated a lineup featuring some of the world’s most exceptional guitarists, promising an unparalleled celebration of guitar mastery.
The festival will kick off on April 25th with an enchanting opening night gala at the John Birks Gillespie Auditorium within the New York City Bahá’í Center, featuring the mesmerizing acoustic guitar virtuoso, Kaki King. The following evening at the Klavierhaus, prepare for an extraordinary lineup of performances by six exceptional guitarists: Steve Cardenas, Joel Harrison, Brad Shepik, Max Light, Pete McCann, and Grant Gordy. Supported by bassist Jerome Harris and drummer Allison Miller, this night’s festivities will be curated by Joel Harrison of the Alternative Guitar Summit, offering a diverse showcase of musical talent.
Audiences can expect to be dazzled by an array of genres, styles, and generations represented by the participating artists. From jazz and blues to rock and classical, the Guitar Masters Festival promises to showcase the versatility and virtuosity of the guitar like never before.
Stay tuned for further announcements as additional artists are set to be announced soon. For ticket information and festival updates, please visit guitarmastersfestival.com.
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