An evening with Friedemann Wuttke: a master of the guitar

Virtuoso romanticism meets colorful impressionism

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of classical guitar music with Friedmann Wuttke, one of the most important guitarists of our time.

On Easter Monday, Friedemann Wuttke juxtaposes characteristic compositions from the Romantic period with impressionist music from France, Spain and Brazil. The solo guitarist shares his appreciation of important composers with the audience and skillfully relates their musical language to one another.

Romanticism has always been one of the most fruitful eras for the concert guitar. Guitar virtuosos from the classical and romantic periods have enchanted listeners with their art of playing. Fernando Sor from Spain and Ferdinando Carulli from Italy are unforgettable. Their music breathes the spirit of Beethoven and Mozart.

In the Brazilian national composer Heitor Villa-Lobos, Wuttke has found a composer of the highest caliber. Villa-Lobos has combined the tonal language of Maurice Ravel and Claude Debussy and the counterpoint of Johann Sebastian Bach with the music of his homeland in an important work. And not only that. The Brazilian has revolutionized the sound spectrum of the instrument with new playing techniques. For a long time, his technical demands were considered unplayable.

Friedemann Wuttke repeatedly demonstrates his unerring instinct for original programming. As a seeker, he looks around the world for important national impressionist composers and pairs their works with those of important composers from the Romantic period. His instrumental and musical qualities, which meet the highest standards, and his infectious enthusiasm make his concerts unforgettable experiences.

The proceeds from this year’s concert will go towards the renovation of the organ in St. Agatha.

Expected program

ERIK SATIE Gnossienne No. 1
ERIK SATIE Gnossienne No. 3
ERIK SATIE Gymnopedie No. 1
MANUEL DE FALLA Homenaje “Le Tombeau de Claude Debussy”
MAURICE RAVEL Pavane pour une infante défunte
CLAUDE DEBUSSY La Fille aux Cheveux de lin
CLAUDE DEBUSSY Clair de Lune

FERNANDO SOR
THREE MENUETS FROM OPUS 11
Minuet in C major – Allegro
Minuet in A minor – Andante
Minuet in A major – Andante maestoso

HEITOR VILLA-LOBOS
CINQ PRELUDES POUR GUITARE
Prelude No. 1
Prelude No. 2
Prelude No. 3
Prelude No. 4
Prelude No. 5

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