Artist description John is a serious guitarist whose repertoire reaches far into the expert range of playing. His album [Clamenco Fire] is a collection of original and well-known pieces from the classical repertoire. All of the pieces on this album are original arrangements. This album is a wonderful collection of pieces that well defines John as a competent composer and a well-rounded guitarist whose skills reach far into the classical, flamenco, and jazz genres of playing. The masters Segovia and Montoya have influenced John’s playing. John began study on the guitar at the age of fourteen and has pursued excellence on the instrument for over thirty-five years. He has performed for numerous audiences over the years, always being received with warm reviews. John has pursued excellence in his playing throughout the years with hours of daily practice and study in the classical guitar genre. John is presently teaching guitar in his hometown of Springfield, Ma

Music Style Clamenco

Musical Influences Classical,flamenco,and Latin Jazz

Similar Artists Clamenco is unique and not really like any other

Instruments Classical and Flamenco Guitar

Albums Journey-Clamenco Gutarist John Erbentraut

Press Reviews Published by The Gods of Music.com Feb,2002 Guitarist John Erbentraut sounds like the real deal. With 30 years experience playing the guitar and in the various styles of classical, flamenco and jazz, I wanted to see how his versatility blended into his work. I have listened to his piece, Stormy, and I must say that this is an excellent display of instrumental skill. His playing is quite elegant, and his timing is dead-on and precise. This piece is a blend of classical and flamenco (clamenco) played on a Spanish guitar. It has an atmospheric, moody feel laced with bursts of dynamism. The song is slightly subdued throughout, yet carries on a romantic tone, common to Spanish guitar. The real beauty of this song shines when it flares up out of the calm. Mr. Erbentraut is very good at carrying a gentle, lulling melody, and then punctuating it with an energetic chord or two. His skill is quite admirable and it is displayed through this piece. This man is a well-respected guitarist and I will not be one to deviate from the norm. His skill and his music both glow with brilliance. This man is an expert in his craft, and his music is worthy to join the ranks of the elite in classical guitar. Hunter H.

Additional Info New release!!!!!! Christmas Guitar -Classical Guitarist John Erbentraut.!!!!!!!!!!! This CD can be purchased from http://www.clamenco.com

Location Springfield, Ma - USA

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