Jean Charles

I started music as a child, played clarinet 5 years, 2 years at the Conservatoire(Masters:Depestre Salnave,Van Thienen,Jacques Doue').

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 have a wide classical repertoire ranging from baroque to the romantic and classical masters. My interpretations are unique.

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... 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!

• 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.
• 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, Apres Ski Parties, Awards Nights, Banquets, Celebrations, Christenings, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Movie Soundtracks, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Studio Session, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

• 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
• 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
• 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

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