Introduction:
Pat Coldrick is perfect for all receptions, over dinner or even a concert style recital. One guitarist with a very suitable repertoi re, but at times sounds like a trio performing. This act is simply class and performs to a “world class standard”. Pats performance brings sophistication and style to an evening’s entertainment. An Irish performer to be extremely proud of, it’s rare that they come as talented as this. Something extraordinary and perhaps a little different for your event.
Biographical Information
Pat Coldrick hails from Howth, Co. Dublin and has been playing and studying Classical guitar since he was 12 years of age and has worked with many of the top professional acts in the Country. His session work and classical appearances have earned him a reputation of being one of the finest and most versatile guitarists in Ireland. In the past he has achieved top marks in Feis Ceoil Awards, and as well as his touring performances, he has appeared on National Radio and T.V.
Pat continued his musical studies at the college of music in Dublin with John Feely and has also studied with world renowned guitarists “David Russell” and “Gabriel Esterellas”. Pat has achieved acclaim for his unique sensitive and expressive style in his playing and with a solid technique has a full command of the instrument. Pat has played at many festivals throughout the country and continues to play at corporate and private functions where his music provides excellent ambience for the occasion.
He is currently working on a new album due for release early 2010 that will include some original compositions and arrangements as well as some of the great guitar master pieces such as “Asturias” by Albeniz and “Danza Paraquaya No. 1” by Barrios. Pats extensive repertoire covers music from Spain, Latin America, Ireland, as well as Baroque and Medieval styles, and some clever arrangements of modern day popular songs from The Beatles, Mason Williams and Scot Joplin. |