Open Sky: Stephanie Jones - Hobart
Stephanie Jones is an extraordinarily gifted Australian-born classical guitarist, celebrated worldwide for her unmatched virtuosity and captivating artistry. From a childhood rich in music-making across multiple instruments, she ultimately embraced the guitar’s stunning versatility, forging a distinctive path toward international acclaim. Armed with advanced degrees from the prestigious University of Music Franz Liszt Weimar, she has won leading competitions—including Hannabach and Uppsala—and built a devoted global following exceeding 200,000 across social media. Her YouTube channel, boasting over 140,000 subscribers and more than 17 million views, stands as one of the classical guitar world’s most influential platforms. In this program, she reveals the instrument’s breathtaking expressive range. She begins with Bach’s buoyant Baroque dances, seamlessly transitioning to contemporary Australian works by Richard Charlton and Ross Edwards, their luminous textures and evocative imagery showcased through her refined phrasing. Latin American colours glow in Quique Sinesi’s “Cielo Abierto” interweaving folk, tango, and jazz elements, while the Ukrainian-inspired fantasy of Rostislav Golubov resonates with profound lyricism. The second half highlights Piazzolla’s Estaciones Porteñas, embodying Buenos Aires’ rhythmic soul, and culminates in Jobim’s timeless “Felicidade.” Stephanie’s astonishing technique and profound musical sensitivity guarantee an unforgettable concert experience. Online bookings only.
