John Tavano

I am a Classical Guitarist experienced in many styles of performing techniques including repetoir from the Renaissance and Baroque period. Classical, Spanish Flamenco and the styles of Latin America. I have been concertizing for twenty five years and have also performed in clubs and restaurants throughout New England, New York, Paris ,Mexico and Ireland.Throughout my career I have performed at numerous special events including weddings, anniversary and engagement parties as well as Renaissance festivals. I am a staff musician at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and a member of the North Shore Musicians Association and a classical guitar instructor in Haverhill and Newburyport Ma. My CD 'La Gitana' was released in 2003. The recording features eight original compositions in the Latin/Samba ensemble tradition. Also included is music by Bach and Satie. My second CD "Avila" Ages of Romance. was relesed in 2005. This recording includes two guitar quartets,transcriptions from a contemporary opera and several original compositons. Repetoire includes:

.Various selections from the Bossa Nova including"A day in the Life of a Fool" "The Girl From Ipanema" Corcovado" Samba D'Avio". and others

.Caprichio Arabe , Recuerdos de la Alhambra Adelita and Lagrima plus various studies and Preludes by Tarrega.

.Leyenda , Granada ,Sevilla tango from the Iberian Suite by Albeiz

.Several pieces from the Baroque period including "Pachelbell's Canon in D" Baroque lute music by Weis.

.Several works by Bach including Selections from the Suites for Lute, Cello and Violin. Other selectuions of Bach inclue: Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring,Sleepers Awake,Air on the G String, various pieces from the Anna Magdalena Notebooks

.Mexican dances , Preludes. Studies and songs by Mexican composer Ponce

.Venezuelan Waltzes by Lauro

.Preludes, Etudes and suites by Brazilian composer Villa Lobos

.Sonatina and various works by 20th Century Spanish composer Torroba

.Works of the French Impressionist, Gymnopedie, Gnossienne. Music by Debussy , Girl With the Flaxen Hair.

.Several works from the Renaissance. Including compositions by Dowland , Byrd Cutting and Johnson

.Transcriptions from works by the Beatles including Michelle, Yesterday, Here Comes the Sun, If I fell, and many others.

. The traditional "Spanish Romance"

.Three pieces for Blues for Classical Guitar by Charlie Byrd

."Death of an Angel" tango by Argentinian composer Piazzola

.Several original compositions included on my recordings "Avila" and " La Gitana" please visit my web site "Johntavano.com" to hear samples

I would be happy to discuss any event that you may be planning. I also have my own sound system to provide amplification either outdoor or indoor with sound and volume quality that would fit any engagment.

Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Halloween Parties, New Year's Eve Parties, Private Parties, Restaurants, Reunions, School Assemblies, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• John is great professional and a gentelman. We are so pleased with his performance. -- Vini K, Salem, MA, 1/26/2012
• It was great! He was very accomodating about our musical suggestions and did a great job. I didn't have to worry about it at all! Thank you John! -- Sally T, Newport, RI, 10/28/2007
• John was hired as "background" music for our Fiesta themed event. His music gave an authentic feel to the day without being overwhelming to the ears. I had many people comment on how much they enjoyed his guitar playing. As event coordinator, I found him to be a pleasure to work with. -- Ginger C, Pembroke, MA, 6/10/2007
• John was great- I regret not getting a chance to meet him in person. We were so grateful he took on our wedding on such notice. THe acoustic guitar was sucha nice touch to the ceremony! Best, Kate & Tom Cook -- Kate R, Newburyport, MA, 6/3/2007

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