Sabino de Bari - new book released!

One of our members, Sabino de Bari, has released his book In Lontananza: Guitar Works by Sabino de Bari.

This collection features his original works for solo classical guitar, as recorded on his album In Lontananza. The compositions blend contemporary classical structures with jazz and blues harmonies, often enriched by tickling dissonances that highlight de Bari’s distinct voice as both a composer and performer.

Stylistically, the compositions draw from Mediterranean musical sensibilities, warmth, fluidity, and natural imagery, balancing classical forms with contemporary textures and expressive freedom.

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You can also listen to the album on Spotify or explore more of Sabino’s work, including scores, current projects and performances, and more but visiting his website.

Past events…

Event poster for Bridget's big birthday concert featuring a guitar celebration with Bridget Mermikides, including a cake and musical instruments, scheduled for May 30, 2026, at 7 pm at St. Mary-le-Bow Church in London, with a ticket price of £20.

Bridget’s Big Birthday Concert

Lauderdale Guitar Society is delighted to help promote this very special musical event, kindly brought to our attention by Sara.

Bridget’s Big Birthday Concert promises to be a wonderful evening of outstanding guitar performances, celebration, and community spirit, all in support of the MS Society.

Taking place at the beautiful St Mary-le-Bow Church, London, the concert features an exceptional lineup of acclaimed guitarists and musicians coming together to celebrate Bridget Mermikides and support a truly worthwhile cause.

We encourage everyone who enjoys classical guitar played by some of the UK’s finest guitarists to support this fantastic evening for a very good cause.

Event Detils

Date: 30th May 2026
Time: 7:00pm
Venue: St Mary-le-Bow Church, London EC2V 6AU
Tickets: £20

Featured Performers

Craig Ogden, Alexandra Whittingham, Gary Ryan, Mark Eden, Declan Zapala, Andrew Gough, Laura Snowden, Vincent Lindsey-Clark, Pavel Ralev, Amanda Cook

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A young man with shoulder-length dark hair and a beard, wearing a red sweater, playing an acoustic guitar. He is seated on a chair in a room with white brick walls, a framed artwork, and a music stand holding sheet music.

The English Music Festival 2026

Featuring Fábio Fernandes,The Guitar’s Voice in England

Lauderdale Guitar Society is pleased to highlight another exceptional musical event for guitar enthusiasts and lovers of English music.

As part of the Nineteenth English Music Festival, acclaimed young Portuguese guitarist Fábio Fernandes will present a special late-evening recital entitled The Guitar’s Voice in England in the magnificent surroundings of Dartington Hall’s medieval Great Hall.

The programme explores the rich and varied voice of the guitar through English music across the ages, from Henry Purcell to contemporary works, including music written especially for Fábio Fernandes by composer Richard Storry. The recital also features works connected to Frank Bridge, Thomas B. Pitfield, John Gardner, and Ernest Shand.

Event Details

Date: Saturday 23rd May 2026
Time: 9:30pm
Venue: Great Hall, Dartington Hall, Totnes, Devon
Part of the English Music Festival

About the Festival

The English Music Festival has become one of the UK’s most respected celebrations of English classical music, bringing together outstanding performers, composers, and audiences in the beautiful setting of Dartington Hall.

This promises to be a memorable and intimate evening of guitar music in a spectacular venue.

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