Birth

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1980 in Croatia

Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

Ana Vidovic is a renowned classical guitarist who has captivated audiences around the world with her virtuosic playing and expressive interpretations of some of the most beloved works in the classical guitar repertoire. Born on November 8, 1980, in Karlovac, Croatia, Vidovic began playing the guitar at the age of five under the guidance of her father, an amateur guitarist and music enthusiast. As a child, Vidovic showed a natural talent for the guitar, and her father quickly recognized her potential. He began teaching her the basics of the instrument, and soon she was playing simple pieces with ease. By the age of seven, Vidovic had already given her first public performance, and it was clear that she had a bright future ahead of her. Vidovic's early years were spent in Croatia, where she continued to study with her father and other local teachers. She quickly gained a reputation as a prodigy, and her talent was recognized by the Croatian government, which awarded her a scholarship to study at the National Musical Academy in Zagreb. At the age of 13, Vidovic won her first international competition, the Albert Augustine International Guitar Competition in Bath, England. This was a major milestone in her career, and it marked the beginning of a string of successes that would establish her as one of the most talented and promising young guitarists of her generation. Over the next few years, Vidovic continued to win competitions and gain recognition for her playing. In 1995, she won the Francisco Tarrega Competition in Benicasim, Spain, and in 1998, she won the Eurovision Young Musicians Competition in Vienna, Austria. These victories brought her to the attention of the international music community, and she began to receive invitations to perform at major festivals and concert halls around the world. One of Vidovic's most memorable performances took place in 2003, when she played at the prestigious Guitar Foundation of America International Concert Artist Competition in Miami, Florida. This competition is widely regarded as one of the most important events in the classical guitar world, and winning it is considered a major achievement. Vidovic's performance was nothing short of spectacular, and she was awarded first prize, cementing her status as one of the leading guitarists of her generation. Since then, Vidovic has continued to perform at major venues and festivals around the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Berlin Philharmonic. She has also released several critically acclaimed recordings, including her debut album, "Guitar Recital," which was released in 1998, and her most recent album, "Ana Vidovic Guitar Recital," which was released in 2019. Throughout her career, Vidovic has been recognized for her exceptional talent and artistry. In addition to her numerous competition wins, she has received several awards and honors, including the Silver Medal of the City of Zagreb, the Croatian Order of Danica Hrvatska, and the Medal of the Order of the Croatian Interlace. She has also been named an honorary citizen of her hometown of Karlovac, and in 2019, she was awarded the Porin Award, the highest honor in Croatian music, for her album "Ana Vidovic Guitar Recital." Despite her many achievements, Vidovic remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to practice and perform regularly, always striving to improve and refine her playing.

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