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David
Creevy has just returned from the United States
with critical acclaim. His programme of classical
Celtic fusion has received standing ovation and
encores from thousands of people. One of his current
programmes, "A Tribute to O'Carolan",
has sold out many performances in L.A. and the
Pepperdine News has stated-
"(Creevy)
gave an inspiring solo performance
filled with Irish sentiment, wit and images. The
hall was filled with an enthusiastic audience
that spilled into the aisles as Creevy created
a magical atmosphere with his music
He received
a fervent standing ovation and encore
"
Creevy is recognised as Ireland's most talented
young guitarist. The Irish Times have written,
- "
Creevy is a sensitive musician with
a knowing sophisticated side
a strong technique
with an ability to define layers in a multi-line
texture
" He has studied with America's
greatest guitarist, Christopher Parkening. Parkening
is considered to be the Heir to the Legacy of
Andres Segovia. Parkening proclaims that - "David
Creevy is a very talented young classical guitarist.
An instrument speaks from the heart of a player
and it is this young man's heart that speaks when
he plays"
A recent graduate from Dublin Conservatory of
Music and Drama, where he studied with John Feeley,
Creevy has been honoured with multiple awards.
During his first year he won the Patrick flood
Award for the best Guitar Recital and was runner
up in the Yamaha European Guitar Foundation Prize.
He was also the recipient of the George Louden
J.S. Bach Guitar prize and the Senior Guitar prize.
His competition success led to a performance
in the John Field Room in the National Concert
Hall, after which he was invited to perform for
the President of Ireland, Mary MacAleese. In 2003,
Creevy's talent was internationally recognised
by being selected as a finalist in the Stotsenberg
International Classical Guitar Competition in
America. He is the first Irish guitarist to be
among the top twenty players of his generation.
Following that competition, Creevy was invited
to study with Christopher Parkening. He was selected
as one of six students from around the world to
perform for Parkening at his annual Master Class
in California.
He has also participated in master classes with
renowned guitarists such as Carlos Bonell (Spain),
Nigel North (U.K.), Scott Tennant (USA), Fabio
Zanon (Brazil) and Alan Neave (Scotland). Creevy's
stage presence, interaction with the audience
and his sensitive interpretation, offer audiences
a unique and gratifying experience. His programmes
include his own arrangements of the 17th century
Irish Harpist, Turlough O'Carolan and other ancient
Celtic music. He also includes the much-loved
Spanish repertoire, exciting modern music from
Russia, Japan, California and music from his favourite
composer J.S. Bach.
REVIEWS
"
Creevy is a sensitive musician with
a knowing sophisticated side
a strong technique
with an ability to define layers in a multi-line
texture
"
The Irish Times
"David Creevy is a very talented young classical
guitarist. An instrument speaks from the heart
of a player and it is this young man's heart that
speaks when he plays" - Christopher Parkening,
USA
"(Creevy)
gave an inspiring solo performance
filled with Irish sentiment, wit and images. The
hall was filled with an enthusiastic audience
that spilled into the aisles as Creevy created
a magical atmosphere with his music
He received
a fervent standing ovation and encore
"
- Pepperdine News, USA
"David Creevy is a very accomplished performer,
with a very promising future" - John Feeley
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