My Best Three

by Trevor from www.learnclassicalguitar.com

I'll start with my 3 best classical guitar players since it was my idea in the first place :))

No surprises here...Segovia, Bream & Williams.

Why?

I'm just amazed at what Segovia did to bring, or should I say, elevate the guitar from such a lowly position. The energy of the guy was amazing as was his dedication and pure love of the instrument.

It's a rare thing to see someone so passionately dedicated over such a long period of time. I mean the guy literally lived and breathed guitar for every moment of his life practically.

Bream? Just his wonderful sound and expression. There's not many I've listened to that can squeeze so much from a bar of music. Other performers on other instruments would do well to listen to his phrasing and coloring of musical passages.

Williams? Some people say he's "cold & mechanical" but I have to strongly disagree. He has a wonderful sound that is backed up by a phenomenal technique. And I love the way he is both cerebral AND plays with emotion in just about every recording I've heard.

He brings a certain gravitas yet seems so nonchalant at the same time as if he doesn't even realize what he is accomplishing. An example of this is to listen and watch him play Bach's Chaconne - truly amazing!

Well, there's my 3. Now I wish it was my first 103! But alas, must reign it in :))

Looking forward to other responses.