Birth

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August 28, 1952 in La Paz, Uruguay

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

Eduardo Fernandez is a renowned classical guitarist from Uruguay who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. He was born on August 14, 1952, in Montevideo, Uruguay. Fernandez grew up in a family of musicians, and his father was a guitarist who taught him how to play the instrument. He began playing the guitar at the age of seven and showed exceptional talent from an early age. Fernandez's musical education began at the National Conservatory of Music in Montevideo, where he studied with Abel Carlevaro, a renowned classical guitarist. He later continued his studies in Europe, where he studied with some of the most prominent guitarists of the time, including Alirio Diaz, Julian Bream, and Andrés Segovia. In 1975, Fernandez won the prestigious International Guitar Competition in Paris, which marked the beginning of his international career. He went on to perform in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Fernandez has recorded over 30 albums throughout his career, many of which have received critical acclaim. His recordings of the works of Heitor Villa-Lobos, Isaac Albéniz, and Manuel de Falla are particularly noteworthy. He has also collaborated with some of the most prominent musicians of his time, including the conductor Sir Neville Marriner and the cellist Yo-Yo Ma. In addition to his performing career, Fernandez has also been a dedicated teacher. He has taught at some of the most prestigious music schools in the world, including the Royal Academy of Music in London and the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Many of his students have gone on to have successful careers in music. Fernandez has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 1986, he was awarded the Order of Cultural Merit by the government of Uruguay, and in 1992, he was awarded the Medal of the City of Paris. He has also been awarded the Grand Prix du Disque and the Edison Award for his recordings. Despite his success, Fernandez remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and teach, and his contributions to the world of classical music are widely recognized and appreciated.

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