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British-born
guitar virtuoso Stanley Yates has been delighting audiences
for two decades with his unique blend of eclectic programming and
refined, expressive musicianship.
Performing
to wide critical and audience acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic,
he has been praised for his "transcendent interpretations"
(Fort Worth Star Telegram) and "musical instinct and brilliant
technique" (Suonare, Italy), and has been described as
"one of an elite breed of guitarists" (Classical Guitar,
England).
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“...compelling,
and technically flawless...”
American Record Guide |
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His recent guitar transcription and recording of
the Bach cello suites has received international attention, being
described as "immaculate...a major landmark" (Classical
Guitar, England), "a transcription that makes history" (Suonare,
Italy), "compelling and technically flawless" (American
Record Guide).
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“...
a master of the instrument...an experience not to be missed!”
Banbury Guitar Society |
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He has been dedicatee and first performer of
music by numerous American and European guitar composers and has
given first modern performances of such important rediscovered works
as Villa-Lobos' Valsa Concerto No. 2, the Shand Premier Concerto,
and concertos by Vidal, Doisy and Viotti. |
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A
much in-demand teacher, he has presented masterclasses and lectures
at numerous festivals, colleges, universities and conservatories,
including the Royal Academy of Music, London; and the Royal
Conservatory of Music, Toronto.
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“...one
of the premier exponents of 20th-century music for the
classical guitar...”
The Rosette |
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Stanley's formal
musical training took place in both England and the United States.
He received performer's diplomas from Trinity College, London; and
Sandown College of Performing Arts, Liverpool (graduating with the
highest pass in the history of the college). He also received
post-graduate degrees from the University of Liverpool (with a
distinction in performance) and the University of North Texas (where
he was the only non-pianist ever to receive the Morgan Dissertation
Award for Excellence in Music Performance).
Now a resident
of the United States, he currently directs the guitar program at
Austin Peay State University, home of Tennessee's Center of
Excellence for the Creative Arts.
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“...
one of an elite breed of guitarists...” Classical Guitar |
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