Ken Murray - Shadow Cycles
Ken Murray, classical and electric guitars
Premiere performances of new works for classical guitar and loop pedal, including a new piece inspired by Portuguese guitarist Carlos Paredes with a film by Joaquim Pavão. Also new works for guitar and loop pedal by Melody Eötvös, Chris Sainsbury and James Henry.
PROGRAM
Ken MURRAY
Homage to Carlos Paredes (2025) Australian premiere (with video by Portuguese filmmaker Joaquim Pavão)
Loop Sonata (2016)
James HENRY Wish I was Home (first performance of this arrangement)
Christopher SAINSBURY new work (2026)
Melody EÖTVÖS Shadow Cycles (2026) First performance
Ken MURRAY Santo Tirso Loops (2025) Australian premiere
Ken Murray has forged a distinctive career as a guitarist, blending elements of performance, composition, teaching, and research. His focus encompasses a dedication to showcasing and recording Spanish music from the early 20th century, collaborating extensively with contemporary composers, and actively engaging in the performance of Brazilian and South American musical genres. In his role as a composer, Murray has crafted a diverse array of compositions for solo guitar and ensemble settings.
Demonstrating a dedication to contemporary music, he has participated in premiere performances of over 100 works, collaborating with composers such as Christopher Sainsbury, Stephen Goss, Dai Fujikura, Leilehua Lanzilotti, Katy Abbott, Stuart Greenbaum, and Melody Eötvös. His enduring partnerships involve ongoing collaborations with composers who have created pieces across various genres, including solo guitar, electric guitar and ensemble, guitar and voice, large chamber works, and music theatre compositions featuring the guitar. Murray's performances and recordings have received recognition on platforms such as ABC FM and international labels like Kairos (Italy), Mode Records (USA), Move, Tall Poppies, and ABC Classics.
TICKETS $25
Online sales close at 7:30pm on the day of the concert. Tickets can be purchased at the door, dependent on availability. Tempo Rubato is a cashless venue.
Premiere performances of new works for classical guitar and loop pedal, including a new piece inspired by Portuguese guitarist Carlos Paredes with a film by Joaquim Pavão. Also new works for guitar and loop pedal by Melody Eötvös, Chris Sainsbury and James Henry.
PROGRAM
Ken MURRAY
Homage to Carlos Paredes (2025) Australian premiere (with video by Portuguese filmmaker Joaquim Pavão)
Loop Sonata (2016)
James HENRY Wish I was Home (first performance of this arrangement)
Christopher SAINSBURY new work (2026)
Melody EÖTVÖS Shadow Cycles (2026) First performance
Ken MURRAY Santo Tirso Loops (2025) Australian premiere
Ken Murray has forged a distinctive career as a guitarist, blending elements of performance, composition, teaching, and research. His focus encompasses a dedication to showcasing and recording Spanish music from the early 20th century, collaborating extensively with contemporary composers, and actively engaging in the performance of Brazilian and South American musical genres. In his role as a composer, Murray has crafted a diverse array of compositions for solo guitar and ensemble settings.
Demonstrating a dedication to contemporary music, he has participated in premiere performances of over 100 works, collaborating with composers such as Christopher Sainsbury, Stephen Goss, Dai Fujikura, Leilehua Lanzilotti, Katy Abbott, Stuart Greenbaum, and Melody Eötvös. His enduring partnerships involve ongoing collaborations with composers who have created pieces across various genres, including solo guitar, electric guitar and ensemble, guitar and voice, large chamber works, and music theatre compositions featuring the guitar. Murray's performances and recordings have received recognition on platforms such as ABC FM and international labels like Kairos (Italy), Mode Records (USA), Move, Tall Poppies, and ABC Classics.
TICKETS $25
Online sales close at 7:30pm on the day of the concert. Tickets can be purchased at the door, dependent on availability. Tempo Rubato is a cashless venue.
Friday 22 May 2026 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM (UTC+11)
Location
Tempo Rubato
34 Breese St, Brunswick VIC 3056
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