MUTHSPIEL / GRIGORYAN / TOWNER

Wolfgang Muthspiel (Austria), Slava Grigoryan (Australia) and Ralph Towner (USA) are highly respected worldwide for their contributions to the guitar oeuvre, be it jazz, classical or world music. Coming together in 2005 for a one-off trio tour in Australia, Wolfgang, Slava and Ralph felt an instant personal and musical connection. Fifteen years, two CDs and countless tours later, they are returning to Australia performing new works penned by Towner and Muthspiel, as well as selections from their previous recordings: From a Dream and Travel Guide.
Grigoryan’s virtuosity has earned him a cult following in Australia and Muthspiel’s reputation stretches well beyond the borders of his homeland, Austria. Both Grigoryan and Muthspiel share one musical hero in particular: the legendary Ralph Towner. The American-born Towner is a celebrated acoustic guitarist who also plays piano, synthesizer, percussion and trumpet. Towner is known as a truly inspirational innovator on the modern musical landscape – his ideas ever fresh, though they span a career of more than 30 years. He has made notable recordings of jazz, classical music, folk music, and world music.
For guitar enthusiasts and music lovers of all kinds, this ensemble is all about sharing the passion for music, and a chance to hear three generations of musicians performing together, yet with their distinct signature style.
The Street Theatre
15 Childers Street
Canberra City West
02 6247 1223
http://www.thestreet.org.au/shows/muthspiel-grigoryan-towner