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in Basel, Switzerland

 

Christoph Denoth is a Swiss classical guitarist who has gained international recognition for his virtuosic performances and innovative interpretations of classical guitar repertoire. Born in Zurich in 1976, Denoth began playing the guitar at the age of six and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. He studied with renowned guitarists such as Oscar Ghiglia and Manuel Barrueco, and went on to earn degrees from the Zurich University of the Arts and the Royal Academy of Music in London. Denoth's career as a professional musician began in the late 1990s, when he won several prestigious guitar competitions, including the International Guitar Competition in Gargnano, Italy, and the Guitar Foundation of America International Concert Artist Competition. These victories helped to establish him as one of the leading young guitarists of his generation, and he soon began performing regularly in concert halls and festivals around the world. One of Denoth's most notable performances came in 2003, when he was invited to play at the Royal Albert Hall in London as part of the BBC Proms series. He performed Joaquín Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, receiving critical acclaim for his sensitive and expressive playing. This performance helped to cement Denoth's reputation as a master of the classical guitar, and he has since been invited to perform with many other leading orchestras and ensembles. In addition to his work as a soloist, Denoth is also an active chamber musician and collaborator. He has performed with a wide range of musicians, including the cellist Steven Isserlis, the violinist Maxim Vengerov, and the pianist Simon Trpčeski. He is also a member of the Swiss Guitar Quartet, which has released several acclaimed recordings and performed at major festivals throughout Europe. Denoth's repertoire is diverse and eclectic, ranging from traditional classical works to contemporary compositions and arrangements. He has recorded several albums for the Signum Classics label, including a collection of works by the Spanish composer Joaquín Rodrigo, and a disc of music by the Swiss composer Frank Martin. He has also recorded a number of his own arrangements of popular songs and film music, showcasing his versatility and creativity as a musician. Throughout his career, Denoth has received numerous awards and accolades for his performances and recordings. In addition to his competition victories, he has been honored with the Swiss Ambassador's Award for Cultural Achievement, the Swiss Music Prize, and the Diapason d'Or award for his recording of Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez. He has also been praised by critics and audiences alike for his technical mastery, musical sensitivity, and engaging stage presence. In recent years, Denoth has continued to expand his musical horizons, collaborating with artists from a variety of genres and exploring new approaches to the classical guitar. He has performed with the jazz pianist Chick Corea, the flamenco guitarist Paco Peña, and the singer-songwriter Sting, among others. He has also been involved in several interdisciplinary projects, combining music with dance, theater, and visual art. Despite his many achievements, Denoth remains committed to his craft and to sharing the beauty and richness of classical guitar music with audiences around the world.

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