Andrew Blanch, “Spanish Romance”

Spanish Romance: a concert celebrating beautiful music, outstanding virtuosity, and love

Returning to the USA with his highly acclaimed program, Spanish Romance (with over 20,000 tickets sold to date), Australian sensation Andrew Blanch brings a musical journey like no other to American audiences. Praised as “the rockstar of nylon-acoustic music” (On Sounds), “the real deal” (Classics Today), “dazzling” (ArtsHub), and “brilliant” (Limelight Magazine), Andrew is one of the finest guitarists of his generation. With prizes in more than ten international competitions, three critically acclaimed albums, and performances spanning Berlin, London, Paris, Cordoba, São Paulo, Los Angeles, Sydney, and Auckland, he has captivated audiences around the globe.

Concert Program

The evening begins with a virtuosic solo Spanish guitar recital, tracing the instrument’s rich history from the heights of the European Baroque in J.S. Bach to poignant evocations of Spanish life in the works of Spanish Maestros Fernando Sor, Francisco Tárrega and Manuel de Falla. The journey continues into Latin America, with a selection of 20th-century masterpieces by celebrated 20th century composers Astor Piazzolla (Argentina) and Antonio Lauro (Venezuela).

The concert’s uplifting finale transports you to the heartland of Latin America, when the “rich, dark-chocolate” (The Age) voice of “thoroughly entertaining” (Limelight Magazine) Argentine mezzo-soprano Maria Eugenia Nieva joins Andrew on stage. Together they bring to life beloved songs about love in all its forms from Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Venezuela and Puerto Rico, including Manhã de Carnaval, Gracias a la Vida, El día que me quieras, Alma Llanera and Piel Canela.

Join us for an unforgettable evening

An evening of passion, romance, and dazzling musicianship — this is a concert for everyone where you will be dazzled by the best of the Spanish guitar, moved by heart-warming melodies and stories, touched with the warmth of the Spanish and Latin American music and culture.  Andrew and Maria Eugenia’s lively on-stage storytelling, and their warm post-show conversations with audience members create a treasured experience you will never forget.