LORD OF THE STRINGS heads for APOLLO BAY

Ten-string guitarist Matthew Fagan will journey to Apollo Bay this Sunday to perform Espana El Vito – The Spirit of Spain and Latin America at St Aidan’s Anglican Church.

Having toured with Billy Connolly, The Buena Vista Social Club, Shirley Bassey, Michael Crawford and Natalie Cole, Matthew has established himself as one of Australia’s finest guitarists.

Coming off the back of his tour in Edinburgh, Spain and Italy, the internationally acclaimed talent will present a must-see performance of Spanish flamenco and classical guitar.

Matthew’s inaugural vinyl 12-inch LP titled El Vito will also be launched at the event, marking the first new Spanish guitar vinyl released in Australia in three decades.

Accompanied by guest singer Kellie Grace, the show will feature the colourful and rhythmic sounds from famous composers including Isaac Albeniz, Manuel De Falla and Joaquin Rodrigo.

Highlights from Matthew’s career and original albums will also be at the heart of the celebration, with the guitarist’s televised arrangement of Bach’s Tocatta in the line-up.

Tickets to Matthew’s show are $25 per person or $20 for concession-card holders (pre-purchased). Children under 16 can attend free if accompanied by a paying adult. Tickets are available on the door at $5 extra per ticket (subject to availability).

St Aidan’s Anglican Church is located at 23 Nelson Street, Apollo Bay.

Doors open at 2pm. To book, visit espanaapollobay.eventbrite.com or phone 0438 881 985.