Event Info
The Legendary Don Ross with special guest Jule Malischke
Join Don Ross for an evening of virtuosic fingerstyle guitar and captivating mel
7:00pm - 9:00pm Doors at: 6:30pm
Event Description
Don Ross is an acclaimed and pioneering figure whose innovations have shaped an entire generation of acoustic guitarists. He is the only two-time US National Finger-Style Guitar Champion and his unique style of playing is celebrated by fans worldwide. Over the span of his career Don has amassed millions of YouTube views, won multiple Canadian Folk Music Awards, is Juno nominated(Canadian Grammy), was awarded Guitar Player Magazine’s Best New Talent, collaborated with Bruce Cockburn on his latest release WATER (2023) and was awarded the prestigious Walter Carlton Prize for Excellence in Performing Arts by the Canada Council for the Arts.
www.donrossonline.com
“Ross’ groove-based style has influenced a generation of…players.”
-Teja Gerken, Guitar Player Magazine
“It’s absolutely beautiful…I’m really proud to be on this record. It’s really well done.”
-Bruce Cockburn (WATER 2023)
“Get ready for a crash course in the miracles two hands can accomplish. [Don] will have jaws dropping at the sounds one man can make when there’s nothing but strings and frets to come between him and his vision.”
-Eric Alpert Roots Music Canada
Experience the unmatched talent of two world class masters of the guitar, Don Ross and Jule Malischke. After collaborating at a guitar festival in Europe, Don Ross and Jule Malischke uncovered a sound that was too exceptional to overlook. Their concert will feature an opening set by Jule, highlighting why she is one of Europe’s most treasured guitarists, followed by a solo set from Don, an acclaimed and pioneering figure whose innovations have shaped an entire generation of acoustic guitarists. He is the only two-time U.S. National Finger-Style Guitar Champion, and his unique style of playing is celebrated by fans worldwide. Don and Jule will then collaborate for a set of music that will reveal their unique chemistry as they push the boundaries of the genre and deliver an experience that is both technically impressive and deeply expressive. Whether you're a fan of Don Ross's groundbreaking techniques or Jule Malischke's fresh, dynamic approach, this is a must-see event. Don't miss your chance to witness two world-class guitarists live!
"Don and Jule’s collaboration is a masterclass in guitar artistry. Their interplay of intricate melodies and emotional expression creates a musical experience that is nothing short of extraordinary." – Nick Lyons, Analogue Magazine
Wed. November 6th
Artspring Theatre Saltspring BC
In-Person Event
