Jean Charles

I started music as a child, played clarinet for 5 years. Admitted at Conservatoire National as a pupil of:Depestre Salnave.Studied 2 years.
In love with the guitar at 18. I am now an accomplished classical guitarist,Part time Adjunct Faculty member at Lyndon State College VT.I teach classes of acoustic guitar and individual classical.I have conducted many student performances(each semester since 2004) at the Campus Alexander Twilight Theater.Have trained hundreds.

I maintain a wide classical repertoire ranging from baroque to the romantic and classical masters. My interpretations are unique in their beauty.

At your wedding Prelude,I entertain your guests with 30 minutes of celebrated Classical guitar master pieces, interpreted with virtuosity,artistic feelings and dynamics. A recital tailored to the occasion,they'll always remember. Then I continue all the way through Processional, Recessional,and cocktail party (if you so choose).I usually meet with Bride and Groom prior to the wedding,and/or attend the rehearsal...
Any event that could enjoy a great classical entertainment,with some popular songs executed on the guitar...

Available for your/Wedding Ceremony/Fundraisers/Political/Recital/Corporate gathering/Haiti Relief events/ & Background
Classic Repertoire:
Albeniz, Villa Lobos,Tarrega,Frantz Casseus(from Haitian Suite)and Ludovic Lamothe. Others:H. Granados,J.S. Bach,Pachelbel,Antonio Vivaldi,Rodrigo,Myers Cavatina and more...and more.

Whether your event is a fund raising dinner,a Recital or Concert,celebration,I am here to gladly make you successful.
Thank you!

Excerpt from recent Email:
"Thank you for your wonderful performance yesterday at our wedding! All our guests were very happy and your music was more than I hoped it would be...Please expect a gratuity check in the mail...as thanks for your performance."P&B.
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"Jean played the most beautiful music on our wedding day. It was romantic and soft and just perfect...Jean was kind, caring, and very personable towards us as well as our guests. We highly recommend Jean if you are looking for someone with great talent, spirit, and warmth to make your wedding/special event that much more memorable :O). THank you Jean for a job well done!!! John & Hillary

• Prelude No2 - H. Villalobos (1887-1959)
• Prelude #1 - Villalobos
• Prelude Cello Suite 1 in C major - J.S. Bach(1685-1750)
• Prelude Cello Suite 1 in D Major - J.S.Bach
• Prelude Cello Suite 6 in D - J.S.Bach
• Prelude Lute Sonata in D - J.S.Bach
• Concerto in D I and II - Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741)
• Concerto in D part I - Vivaldi and Bach
• Gavotte I and II en Rondeau from Lute Suite III - J.S.Bach
• Allemande from Cello Suite 1 - J.S.Bach
• Granada Serenata - Isaac Albeniz (1860-1909)
• Asturias or Leyenda - Albeniz.
• Mallorca - Albeniz
• Spanish Dance #5 - H.Granados 1867-1916)
• Romanze - N.Paganini (1782-1840)
• Lagrima - F. Tarrega(1852-1909)
• Capricho arabe - Tarrega
• Recuerdos de la Halambra - Tarrega
• Prelude No7 F. Chopin - Tarrega
• Coumbite from Suite Haitienne - Frantz Casseus (1915-1993)
• Coumbite from Suite Haitienne in A minor arr. - Alix Pascal
• “Danses Espagnoles” No2 en La mineur - Ludovic Lamothe (1882 -1953)
• La Dangereuse (Meringue) - Ludovic Lamothe
• America - Henry Carey (1832)
• Star Spangled Banner - Francis Scott Key (1814)
• Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring - J.S.Bach
• Panis Angelicus - Cesar Frank (1822-1890)
• Canon in D - Johann Pachelbel
• Wedding March - Felix Mendelshonn
• Bridal Chorus - Richard Wagner
• ALL traditional Christmas Song_ Noel! - J.Charles
• Cavatina (arranged)
• Ave Maria - Shubert
• Aranjuez Mon Souvenir [Sur le Theme du 2eme Mouvement du "Concerto de Aranjuez" ] Arr. J.Charles - Joaquin Rodrigo
• *My Recitals are uniquely tailored to your special occasion inspired mostly from these celebrated master pieces.

Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Banquets, Celebrations, Christenings, Clubs, Cocktail Parties, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Events, Family Reunions, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Retirement Parties, Reunions, School Assemblies, Studio Session, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• Jean Charles made every effort to accommodate our wedding plans. Well in advance, he independently made a visit to the location. He was well-prepared on the wedding day, arriving half an hour early, with an extra guitar and an amplifier. His classical and Spanish romantic guitar pleased everybody. Last but not least, he has a great sense of humor and is a lovely human being. We are happy to recommend Jean Charles for his professionalism and grace. -- Aaron M, Westmore, VT, 9/29/2007
• Mr. Charles is a wonderfully talented musician. Many party members remarked that his music was quite lovelyy and a perfect compliment to the occasion. We highly recommend Mr. Jean Charles. -- Francois S, Berlin, VT, 7/30/2009
• Excellent experience. He was well-prepared, punctual and accomodating. He played very well, and everyone really enjoyed his entertainment. -- Scott H, White River Junction, VT, 4/24/2010
• Jean played the most beautiful music on our wedding day. It was romantic and soft and just perfect. Jean worked with us and assisted us with completing our wedding program and making suggestions he felt necessary and appropriate. Jean even asked to attend our rehearsal and rehearsal dinner which allowed us to get to know him a little better and spend some time with him. Jean was kind, caring, and very personable towards us as well as our guests. We highly recommend Jean if you are looking for someone with great talent, spirit, and warmth to make your wedding/special event that much more memorable :O). THank you Jean for a job well done!!! John & Hillary Southwick -- Hillary D, Champlain, NY, 11/5/2011
• We were very happy with Jean Charles and hope to use him again for future special dinners. -- Marjorie W, Stowe, VT, 12/29/2011

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