Discover the next generation of classical guitarists

Event details

Sunday | 15 October 2023
11:00
L'Entrepôt Concert Hall Complexe culturel Guy-Descary 2901, Boul. St-Joseph Lachine (Qc) H8S 4B7
$5 | Free: 12 year-old or less

For several years, the Notes et Brioches series has had the immense pleasure of welcoming young up-and-coming guitarists. This opportunity to perform on stage helps young guitarists to express their talent and develop their skills to the fullest, while also promoting the extraordinary instrument that is the guitar.

Come and discover young talents in classical guitar, studying at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music under the tutelage of Professor Patrick James Kearney.

Feras Rada, guitar
Jasper Ward, guitar

Access

Tickets can be bought at the concert hall 30 minutes before the concert
Concert hall is large enough to allow social distancing

Arrive at 10h30

Juice, coffee and threats are served before the concert

Donations

Do you like this program? Make a donation (tax receipts) to Concerts Lachine, a non-profit organization that presents high-quality music concerts while supporting emerging musical talent from Quebec and Canada.

Biography

Feras Rada

Classical guitarist Feras Rada is a Syrian performer, teacher, and composer who moved to Quebec in 2021. For over a decade, Feras has made music his life, beginning his musical journey at the Syrian Conservatory, where he earned his Bachelor of Music degree (classical guitar) in 2007. In a continuing quest for excellence, he is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Music (Performance of orchestral instruments and guitar) at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music under the tutelage of Professor Patrick James Kearney. It is a challenging path, but he is determined to push boundaries and dive deeper into his musical soul.

His musical interests encompass both Eastern and Western music, connecting him with diverse audiences worldwide. While he has a passion for teaching and sharing his musical insights, what truly sets his heart on fire is the stage. There, his guitar comes alive, transporting audiences on musical journeys through his solo, duet, and ensemble concerts.

For Feras, music is not merely a pursuit—it is an integral part of his identity. His unswerving commitment to sharing the profound beauty of this art form and his tireless quest for musical excellence is a testament to his deep faith in the transformative power of the guitar.

Jasper Ward

Jasper Ward first began studying acoustic guitar at the Alberta School of Music in Calgary, and then turned primarily to the classical guitar. They studied with Murray Visscher for a year before continuing their studies at McGill University with Patrick James Kearney. They have also studied Jazz voice with Johanna Sillanpaa and frequently performed as a jazz vocalist at events hosted by Johanna Sillanpaa. Jasper is currently a guitarist for two bands and produces their own music.

Program

Jasper Ward, guitar

Valsa Choro

HEITOR VILLA LOBOS
(1887 – 1959)

Sonata No. 1
(From Drei Sonaten)
II. Andante Cantabile
III. Menuetto: Allegro

ANTON DIABELLI
(1781 – 1858)

Feras Rada, guitar

Omaggio	MANUEL DE FALLA (1876 – 1946)
Jota	FRANCISCO TÁRREGA (1852 – 1909)
Pavana Triste	ANTONIO JOSÉ (1902 – 1936)
Sonata I. Allegro II. Andante III. Allegro vivo	JOAQUIN TURINA (1882 – 1949)