Period

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Baroque

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

Berta Rojas is a renowned classical guitarist from Paraguay, known for her virtuosic playing and passionate performances. She was born on September 7, 1966, in Asunción, the capital city of Paraguay. Rojas grew up in a musical family, with her father being a guitarist and her mother a singer. She began playing the guitar at the age of seven, and by the time she was 12, she was already performing in public. Rojas studied music at the National Conservatory of Music in Asunción, where she was mentored by the legendary Paraguayan guitarist and composer Agustín Barrios. She also studied with other renowned guitarists, including Abel Carlevaro, Manuel Barrueco, and David Russell. Rojas' dedication to her craft paid off, and she quickly gained recognition as one of the most talented guitarists of her generation. In 1988, Rojas won the prestigious Francisco Salazar International Guitar Competition in Colombia, which marked the beginning of her international career. She went on to perform in major concert halls around the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Berlin Philharmonic. Rojas has also performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Tokyo Philharmonic, and the New York Philharmonic. Rojas has released several critically acclaimed albums, including "Intimate Barrios," which features her interpretations of the works of Agustín Barrios, and "Día y Medio," which showcases her own compositions. Her music has been praised for its technical brilliance, emotional depth, and unique blend of Paraguayan and classical influences. In addition to her performing career, Rojas is also a dedicated educator and advocate for music education. She has taught master classes at universities and conservatories around the world and has founded several music schools in Paraguay to provide opportunities for young musicians. Rojas has received numerous awards and honors throughout her career, including the National Order of Merit of Paraguay, the Medal of Cultural Merit from the Brazilian government, and the Latin Grammy Award for Best Classical Album in 2014. She has also been recognized for her contributions to music education, receiving the Global Music Award for Outstanding Achievement in Music Education in 2017. Despite her many accomplishments, Rojas remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to perform and teach, inspiring audiences and students around the world with her passion for music.

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