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Youth Guitar Spectacle

Time & Motion
BRIDGE Guitar Festival
Fri 31 May ’24 20:00 uur
Fri 31 May ’24
20:00 uur
  • Fri 31 May ’24
    20:00 uur
    Hertog Jan Hall
    Past event

"Art is how we decorate space, music is how we decorate time." This insightful observation by artist Jean-Michel Basquiat perfectly aligns with the theme of the BRIDGE Youth Guitar Spectacular. Over 120 young guitarists will play together as one large orchestra at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven, under the direction of guitarist and conductor Peter Constant. Time and movement have been sources of inspiration for music throughout the ages: think of rhythm, dynamics, but also the silence between the notes. With so many musicians on stage, plus inspiring guest soloists, it promises to be a true spectacle!

Special guest soloist is guitar phenomenon Sönke Meinen from Germany. This world-class guitarist embraces all influences: from folk to classical, from pop to jazz. Sönke's unique fingerpicking style is simultaneously virtuosic, delicate, quirky, and groovy. It's incredible how he does it, but thanks to his fantastic technique, he manages to play multiple styles at the same time. You'll notice how he gives his own twist to the theme of Time & Motion when you experience his graceful movements live.

Even more spectacle is provided by the Dutch flamenco duo Encuentros. Guitarist Tijn van der Sanden accompanies the passionate movements of dancer Jessica Achten, emphasizing the encounter between music and dance, as well as between the artists and the audience.


The BRIDGE Youth Guitar spectacle is made possible thanks to the cooperation of the Dutch Youth Guitar Orchestra (NJGO), Guitar Orchestra Ponticello, ukulele students of Mr. Rick, and many guitar teachers and their students from the Brainport region.

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BRIDGE Guitar Festival