John Williams is a teller of tales. Having spent his career as one of the two or three very best guitarists in the world, technique and polish have long since become second nature. Williams now focuses entirely on what he is known for: creating compelling imagery by using a musical freedom distilled from a life spent in devotion to his craft. Though some may not believe their ears, John Williams is not a miracle worker, he is merely a master.

“Williams created a range of sound and feeling that verged on the magical.”—Edinburgh Evening News

“Williams’ performance was technically flawless, emotionally charged, almost otherworldly in its seemingly effortless delivery.” —The Irish Examiner

Program:

Heitor Villa-Lobos
Five Prelúdios, A. 419

Leo Brouwer
El Decamerón negro

Francis Bebey
O Bia

John Williams
From a Bird (Nos. 1, 2, and 3)
Hello Francis

Agustín Barrios Mangoré
La Catedral
Julia Florida
Vals No. 3
Vals No. 4
Un sueño en la floresta

An Aaron Richmond Recital