Background
Concerts
It's astonishing to hear how four classical guitarists can achieve such a unique sound texture Acoustic Guitar Magazine Three tangos by the late Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla, who has suddenly become hot in certain classical music circles, found the SFGQ producing some highly unguitarlike sound effects as well as orthodox music. It was weird and wonderful .” The Dallas Morning News - April 1, 1999 "It takes a lot for one or more guitarists to impress me. Nevertheless, impressed I am with Journeys, and greatly. Even if you don’t normally consider a guitar recital, let this one be an exception..” Fanfare Magazine - July/August, 2004 "A performance by the SFGQ was a feast for music lover's ears. It was a rare performance by four immensely talented and sensitive artists. For two hours of sheer listening pleasure the audience was treated to some familiar and not so familiar Latin works...The flow, which is so necessary to make the work a success, was immediately established by the group's unity. They are so in sync with each other they truly play as one -- not four separate individuals. A rare feat.” Midland, Michigan Daily News - May 10, 1999 "Portraits of the Americas is a imaginative collection of Latin America music played by a thrilling ensemble... a well-articulated and energetic performance... Astor Piazzolla’s Three Modern Tangos demonstrate the guitar’s ability to produce a wide tapestry of sound and colours.” American Record Guide - July/August 1998 "...really gets below the notes in this repertoire... revealing both its haunting sensuality and manic intensity.” Fanfare
