Musicians Compete in St. Petersburg, Russia

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Music written by Bach (pron Bahk), Rimskiy-Korsokov, and modern composers can be heard at the seventh international Guitar Virtuoso competition in St. Petersburg. Participants from all over the world are competing in 11 categories. [...] Today, small guitar ensembles are up for nomination. Participants are presenting a special program. A trio from Magnitogorsk showed-off their skills on stage. The musicians shared the benefits of playing the guitar as a group. [Andrai Astashov, Participant from Magnigorsk]: “It is difficult to convey what you are feeling in a solo, but easier as a part of a group.” [Andrei Antonenko, Participant from Magnigorsk]: “For instance, if you make a mistake, they may not notice it.” The competition has strict rules, especially in the classic guitar category. Some of the participants in this category experimented with different techniques. [Kirill Doroshkevich, Omsk Recipient of the Third Class Solo Guitar]: “It is a two-sided technique, when a guitar player is using the right hand to play the fingerboard. I took a risk and I'm basically happy with the result.” [...] [Miroslav Simich, Judge]: “Nails are the best instrument for a classical guitarist, like a bow for a violinist. No mediator is necessary. A classical guitarist has five mediators. And the guitar has to be good.” One of the nominations included young composers who combined various instruments and styles. [Ivan Karyakin, Composer Nominee]: “We played two pieces; one was called ‘Confession’, the other – ‘Blues’. Confession of love, of course. In this piece, elements of flamenco are used, because this is the type of genre which expresses love, passion, and feelings.” Participants also competed in a unique category called “hand-made guitar.” A guitar made by a German master was recognized as the most prominent instrument. NTD, Saint Petersburg, Russia.