David Franzen Biography Whether he is playing a transcription of a Sextet by Johannes Brahms in the Bacilica of Saint Francis of Assisi, or improvising a solo at the Montreal Jazz Festival, David Franzen is Known for his mesmerizing stage presence, lush tone and deep and articulate performances. He has an extensive background in ensemble work. Most recently Duo Tenebroso with guitarist Kristen Waligora. Choosing to focus on repertoire that keeps one foot firmly rooted in the classical masterworks that cannot be performed by one guitar alone as well as championing newer works for guitar duo. He is also a former founding member of the critically acclaimed ensemble the Oregon Guitar Quartet of which the members include guitarist and composer Bryan Johanson , John Mery, and Jesse McCann.
Habe vor 70 Jahren als 12 Jaehriger eine Tournee mit einem spanischen Gitarristen durch Deutschland gemacht. Dieser Gruss an Granada war sein tägliche Übung. Er war ein Schüler von Segovia
Hey David!! Just WOW!!!!! Synchronicity rears its big ol’ head once again. I have been on a “guitar bender” the past several days. I have the house to myself for the next 2 weeks and been woodshedding as much as physically possible. Fortunately my wrists have not given me too much trouble for quite a while now. Many other physical issues but I have been playing with great gusto. Now I am no classical guitar player but the acoustic stuff I have been working on for a while now is definitely flavored that way. Point is, I been in my studio for about 10 hours today playing mostly electric but playing through exclusively 6 pieces over and over while tweaking my newly rebuilt guitar rig but every hour I take the dogs out to the yard for 10-15 minutes and take the acoustic with. What I am working on in that department, one very specific piece that I wrote many many years ago for my grandmum, ALWAYS makes me think of you and the beautiful music you make, not to mention your HUGE influence on me(believe that brother) So I finally wrapped it up for the day, grabbed some grub and sat down with the dogs to watch some RU-vid. The very first video presented to me via RU-vid’s algorithm was Asturias played by you. Grinning ear to ear that cosmic connections transcend time and space. But that wasn’t all. The next video was more classical guitar and that video I will share with you. Also amazing. But that is not the amazing part….the next THREE videos were ALL of you. My heart and spirit are bursting with warm fuzziness and I cannot wait until tomorrow to begin fresh but with my focus on that piece I wrote for Oma. Over the years it has grown into three distinct sections, the last being written shortly after my mum died, so this piece is now a tribute/tone poem/elegy for two of the most important people I have had in my life. Thank you David. I love your playing more than I can ever properly articulate but love the dude behind the guitar even more!❤❤(not by much though, so don’t let your dome swell😮) In conclusion once again you have influenced my own musical journey. I have some new ideas about mum and grandmum’s piece( really needs a name!!) from listening to you just now and this is a very welcome thing as I have been stuck with where the missing parts are. Or I should say, parts one and two are complete and written in stone. The only music I play EXACTLY the same every time. Part three is incomplete but you opened some doors. Not really sure if what I am hearing in my head is within my current skill set in terms of mechanical abilities or if I even understand what my inner ears are listening to, but it will come together when it comes together. The seed is there and won’t go away. Let’s hope, however, that this is one of those fast growing things. That is resembles bamboo in its ability to grow REALLY fast and become a thing sooner that, well next week optimally!!😂😅😊 Love you homie.
I wish you'd been able to finish the piece. I have a feeling last chord would have had the depth and emotion evident in your interpretation of the rest of the piece. Wonderful performance. I've listened to many of Recuerdos de la Alhambra and yours is near the top of my list.
@@patfosterguitars4340 Thanks so much for your kind words! ❤ Yeah the last chord.... Kind of miss it too. Lol. They were at least enthusiastic so I guess I'll call it a win. Be well, and thanks for listening and commenting.
@@cesararevalo-dm5lt Thank you Cesar! I was a young kid of 14 years. Had some bad habits that I later improved. Here is a recording I made of it in my 20s. Sheep may safely Graze. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-LDkdAaSTqVk.htmlsi=YyDG0PcMDdLTUPmi
