Motivation Monday: Rafael Aguirre on expanding the reach of Classical Music [VIDEO]
Abhi from tonebase discusses Rafael Aguirre’s inspirational ideas to expand the reach of classical music and how he’s leveraging his experience and the guitar to do it, Watch instructional videos from Rafael, exclusively on tonebase, and use the code TONEBASE-BLOG to receive $15 off any membership!
Welcome back to Motivation Monday!
This week I’d love to share with you the story of a child prodigy — an internationally acclaimed virtuoso who is, with every performance, pushing the boundaries of the Classical and Spanish guitar.
I’m talking about none other than Spanish guitarist Rafael Aguirre. With over 12 first prizes under his belt and such raving reviews as “A perfect guitarist, with a sophisticated technique and a full body sound” (Akustik Gitarre, Germany)
Starting his studies at the tender age of 7, Rafael’s first musical memory is falling in love with the guitar after listening to a recording and becoming fascinated with all the different sounds you could create with the instrument.
Inspired by Narcisco Yepes and John Williams, Aguirre set his sights on joining our pantheon of legendary guitarists and musicians. By 16, he had set himself up for his first orchestral tour around Spain performing none other than ‘Concierto de Aranjuez’.
With two critically acclaimed CDs under his belt, Rafael is well on his way to joining his idols, all while truly believing in the transformative power of knowledge.
By giving back to future generations through his teaching and lessons on tonebase, Aguirre hopes to expand the audience for classical music by helping people experience the range and sound of the classical guitar.
Check out the video above filmed by Alhambra Guitars and don’t miss the lessons with Rafael, exclusively on tonebase!
For access to all of Rafael Aguirre’s videos on tonebase, go to https://tonebase.co/artists/RafaelAguirre
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