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David Russell

A Great Musical Talent

"David Russell is world renowned for his
superb musicianship and inspired artistry..."

When the Vancouver Sun reviewer said of Russell... "His command of the guitar is imposing...superb technique at the service of a musical mind..." he must have known that he was now accepted in the upper echelons of the guitar world.

Born in Scotland, but living in Menorca for most of his young life, Russell began playing the guitar when quite small. By the time he was sixteen he moved to London to further his guitar study with the renowned Hector Quine.

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Russell's talent must have been immense because whilst at the Royal College of Music in London he twice won the prestigious Julian Bream medal. He even obtained the Vaughn Williams Foundation Scholarship.

Also whilst studying in Spain with Jose Thomas he won the Ramirez competition. He even won a Tarrega and a Segovia competition some years later such was his imposing ability. It must have been gratifying for Russell when in 1976 he was named the "Young Musician of London" by the London Arts Association.

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Russell's father was also a very accomplished guitarist and was actually his son's first teacher on the instrument.

Russell is so highly regarded that many composers have written works for him including Morel and Santorsola. Although living for the most part in Spain, Russell has continued to travel around the world to perform including Canada and the United States.

Indeed, when he played in New York the reviewer wrote of his performance... "Mr Russell made his mastery evident without ever deviating from an approach that placed musical values above mere display. It was very apparent to the audience throughout the recital that Mr Russell possesses a talent of extraordinary dimension."

Check out this great little video on YouTube of David Russell playing playing "Sons de Carrilhões" by João Pernambuco (Note: Press "play" button then pause it so it loads properly. Then press "play" again when fully loaded. It should take several minutes to load)...

David Russell has added significantly to the world of classical guitar with his mastery and obvious love for the instrument, which shines through whenever he graces us with a performance, be it live or recorded.

A stellar talent!

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