Returning to New Zealand after a successful tour in 2025, Elias Bartholomeo has been named the Best Guitarist residing in Australia, with his guitar playing being described as Walking a tightrope between many genres all at once! with a fearless and energetic approach to his live performances.
Elias Bartholomeo is an award-winning international touring Fingerstyle Guitarist hailing from Sydney, Australia.
From learning the guitar by his grandfather at age 4, to performing with Tommy Emmanuel at age 16. Elias Bartholomeo is a world-class entertainer ‘wow-ing’ audiences around the world.
With the blend of country, blues & jazz, mixed with his contagious humour and energy, Elias Bartholomeo has been titled as a MUST SEE show among the live music community!
“You’ve got something to share to the world, go get em’!” - Tommy Emmanuel CGP
“The best guitarist living in Australia” - NEWFM Newcastle
