Across The Pond Guitar Festival Brings Musicians Together

New Orleans guitarist, Jimmy Robinson, is gearing up for another captivating edition of the Across The Pond Guitar Festival scheduled to unfold in three distinct cities in January. Headlining the festival are internationally acclaimed guitar virtuosos and tour companions Gavino Loche from Italy and Adrian Raso from Canada, who will be joined by The New Orleans Guitar Masters, featuring John Rankin, Cranston Clements, and Mr. Robinson.

Having previously graced stages across Europe, Canada, Mexico, and the U.S., this trio promises an extraordinary musical experience. The festival, a fixture in the New Orleans area for several years, also made waves in Amsterdam in 2019.

Save the dates for the 2024 tour – January 17 at Atlanta, GA’s Tzadik Performing Arts Center; January 19 at the historic 100 Men Hall in Bay St. Louis, MS; and January 20 at Chickie Wah Wah in New Orleans.

About the performers:

Gavino Loche is an award winning acoustic guitar phenom. “Gavino sounds like two really great guitarists playing together, combining percussive sounds, tapping and incredible finger style arrangements” – Chitarra Acustica

Adrian Raso plays a unique hybrid of Gypsy Jazz and Rockabilly on acoustic and electric guitars. His playing includes everything from Django Reinhardt and flamenco, to decades of Americana. “Adrian’s playing will grab you and never let go. Totally addictive”  – World Music Central 

Jimmy Robinson is veteran guitarist, touring as a soloist performing his own intricate compositions. “Talent, emotion and plain old musicianship.Nothing short of brilliant” – The Huffington Post

 

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