Hamish Strathdee

Classical guitarist, Hamish Strathdee, is regarded as an "excellent young Australian performer" (Limelight Magazine). Hamish's debut recording, Impressions of Spain, has received critical acclaim, hailed as "an excellent debut” (Classical Guitar Magazine) and his playing has been described as being of “the highest standard” (Soundboard Magazine) and with a “gloriously warm and rich” sound (Classical Guitar Magazine).

Hamish has performed to audiences across the globe as a soloist and as part of the Contra Guitar Duo, with highlights including the Melbourne Guitar Festival and World Expo Dubai, and a number of international TV and radio appearances. Hamish has received numerous prizes in international competitions.

This program brings together music from across cultures and centuries, pairing the guitar’s tradition with its vibrant present. The first half features works by John Dowland, Mauro Giuliani and Agustín Barrios, highlighting the instrument’s lineage from the Renaissance to the Romantic era. In contrast, the second…