Prepare to be transported across time and continents with Bach to Bossa and Beyond, a captivating concert that brings together four of Australia’s finest guitarists for an unforgettable evening of music.

From the intricate compositions of Bach to the smooth rhythms of Bossa Nova, this kaleidoscopic program will span 300 years of musical history, taking the audience on a remarkable journey guided by the virtuosic talents of Vladimir Gorbach, Slava Grigoryan, Leonard Grigoryan, and Andrew Blanch.

Described by The New York Times as offering “guitar playing of uncommon originality and authority,” Slava and Leonard Grigoryan will join forces with the “gift to the guitar” Andrew Blanch (José Carbó, The Metropolitan Opera) and Vladimir Gorbach, whose “musicality and extreme virtuosity” (Tenues de Soirée, Nantes, France) have mesmerised audiences worldwide.

The concert features an eclectic repertoire starting with Bach’s elegant Brandenburg Concerto No. 6 and selections from Bizet’s passionate Carmen Suite. Listeners will then experience the vibrant Australian compositions of Phillip Houghton’s Opals Suite, followed by evocative works by Latin American composers such as Piazzolla and Bellinati. The evening also promises a surprising twist with wild variations on Pachelbel’s famous Canon, leading to the sensual Bossa Nova sounds of Luis Bonfa.

Each guitarist brings an extraordinary level of musicianship, and their combined energy ensures this concert will appeal to a wide audience – from classical enthusiasts to those looking for the rhythmic excitement of Latin American sounds. Whether it’s Bach or Bossa, these artists will deliver a performance that promises to leave the audience spellbound.

Experience Bach to Bossa and Beyond 6.30pm Friday October 18 at the Orange Regional Conservatorium, 73a Hill Street, Orange. For tickets, visit: events.humanitix.com/australian-guitar-quartet