For nearly four decades, American finger style wizard Richard Gilewitz has fascinated listeners with 6 and 12-string finger gymnastics while spinning yarns of a seasoned raconteur. His concert performances around the world spill over with unexpected humour, thought-provoking takes from life on the road, and tunes that propel the audience on a journey of sight and sound. His signature playing style delivers a technical diversity of banjo style patterns and classical arpeggios with a rhythmic percussive approach, exploring the history of guitar with sounds of folk to Americana, the blues to the classical, ragtime to pop, and places in between.
What an awesomely pleasant surprise! I haven't seen this level of expert musicianship in New Zealand since Tommy Emmanuel played at Sky City over a year ago. To be able to enjoy it in an intimate setting like The Bunker is one of those rare transcendant treats. I can't recommend Richard's show to you enough. If he is going to be anywhere near where you could possibly see him I guarantee you won't regret spending whatever effort it takes you to get there. Not only is his music extraordinary but his personable style and laid back sense of humor provide an intimate and personal context in which to appreciate it. Several of us didn't get our fill on Sunday and went to Richard's workshop at Tabac on Monday. It 'twas a guitar players dream. DON'T MISS this opportunity to see a world class musician in the intimate setting of your club. - Concert review © T. Micheal Young (Bass player for Albi and the Wolves)
BYO (glasses provided).
