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Antonio Forcione Quartet present Sketches of Africa
The multi award-winning Antonio Forcione, acoustic guitarist, composer and talented artist, is a highly charismatic and inventive performer. The world acclaimed guitar master is delighted to be performing at Bedales with his vibrant and original blend of jazz, Latin, African and flamenco sounds. He will be performing songs from his brand new album “Sketches of Africa” along with some old favourites. Antonio takes the guitar to new levels of expression and his numerous awards around the world are a testimony to his genius. Be prepared to both laugh and be moved as he celebrates the unexpected elements in life with delicacy, humour and not least, passion. International tours have brought high critical acclaim from as far as Australia and Hong Kong to Russia, the Caribbean, USA and all over Europe. His albums have variously topped UK and international jazz charts and he has shared the stage worldwide with some of the world’s most accomplished musicians.
Antonio will be joined by Jenny Adejayan on Cello, Matheus Nova on Acoustic Bass and Adriano Adewale on Percussion.
“Forcione is mesmerizing .. passion, grace and fire”
The Times
“You have a beautiful touch”
Sir Paul McCartney
“That is beautiful”
Stevie Wonder
“A performer of world class status ... forceful and with an enviable technique, he takes the guitar to new levels of expression combining its melodic powers with dramatic percussive effects. Forcione boldly goes where no guitarist has gone before and the results are quite spectacular ... miss him at your peril.”
The Stage
2nd May 19:30
Venue: The Olivier Theatre
Tickets: £16 / £14 conc. Visit the website to book on-line.
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