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SoundBox presents: Miguel Girão
Genre : Music - Folk/blues/world
SoundBox is delighted to introduce the very talented guitarist Miguel Gir?o in a Sunday afternoon concert, which opens with an 'In conversation with' style feature.
A finalist in the BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year 2025 competition, Miguel is described as ?one of the most technically gifted and expressive guitarists in Scotland.? (Innes White). His music is tied in with a deep understanding and curiosity of the Traditional Scottish music landscape. Originally from the Portuguese Midlands and now based in Glasgow, Miguel has developed a broad style, which swiftly shifts between accompanist and soloist, embodying edges of classical, jazz, and contemporary music. With the eagerness to push and dare, the ebb and flow between styles and techniques Miguel displays make him ?A new and genuinely unique voice in contemporary Scottish trad. You really haven?t heard this before.? Martin Green (Lau).
He is a founding member of the up-and-coming project the Capstan Quartet, welding old and new melodies of the Scottish tradition with contemporary aesthetics.
He has three solo albums to his credit (Prologue, The Courtly Seam and the Northern Isles Suite) and also plays extensively with pianist Amy Laurenson in both a duo and with her quartet. He has also collaborated with North American fiddle and cello duo Jocelyn Petit and Ellen Gira, singer-songwriter Eve Simpson, and Glasgow band, Tern.
?Miguel combines his exceptional technique and understanding of tone and harmony with his own individualistic creativity to create music which is undeniably unique, whilst also being engaging for audiences.? Paddy Callaghan.
Opening support spot: McGuiness & Armstrong
A vibrant cultural venue for the city of Chester. A stunning space with adaptable staging, set in gorgeous hidden corner of the city.
Pull your chair a little closer to the wonderful range of events at St Mary's Creative Space. From regular film and music nights to a celebration of Andrew Lloyd-Webber, there should be plenty to enjoy.
St. Mary's Hill,
Chester,
Cheshire West and Chester,
England,
CH1 2DW.
01244 976187
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