Andrey Lebedev
Australia, Classical guitar
2018 Scholar
Australian National University Canberra
Royal Academy of Music London
Julian Bream Trust scholar
Winner of the David Russel Guitar Prize
Worshipful Company of Musicians Silver Medal
Performed world premieres of "Construction with Guitar Player" for solo guitar by Sir Harrison Birtwistle and "Sonata No. 5" for solo guitar by Leo Brouwer, commissioned by the Julian Bream Trust at St Johns Smith Square
‘One of the unique aspects of the masterclass sessions were the limited numbers. Most importantly, the week was incredibly inspiring. It marked a return to the artistic fundamentals of music making. We were a small community that valued the sheer joy of music. We studied at a depth I have not experienced before. Because we had several disciplines working side-by-side (solo piano, solo guitar, piano and voice, guitar and voice), there was a curiosity to learn from one another’s perspective. For me personally, the biggest lasting impact of the Trust week was a reminder of the artistic values that underpin our task in music making. Being in an isolated setting with likeminded musicians allowed us switch off from other concerns and commit wholeheartedly to thinking about, studying, sharing, and enjoying our art form. The enthusiasm I received from the Trust week has sustained me through a huge variety of performing, touring, and project work since. It was truly wonderful.’
Contact
andreylebedev.com
lebedevandey@icloud.com