Fingerstyle Guitar Fusion Tour presented by Fingerstyle Guitar Magazine

JOHN MARCEL-WILLIAMS

John Marcel Williams is an emerging artist in the classical guitar scene. He playing is magnetic, virtuosic and lyrical. Although, he is 16 years old he performs with the maturity of a seasoned veteran. His talent is being exposed to classical audiences through first place wins in competitions across the country.

CRAIG D'ANDREA

Craig D'Andrea is a 24 year old newcomer to the fingerstyle guitar community, but don't let his age fool you! In 2006 Craig placed 3rd in the fingerstyle competition at the Canadian Guitar Festival in Odessa, Ontario. Craig's fresh take on song structure and groove as well as his personal, yet accessible, melodies have found him loyal fans and a recording contract with Candy Rat Records. Craig recorded his debut release Crazy is Catching for candy Rat on which he demonstrates technique and ability beyond his years. Crazy is Catching will be available through Candyrat on March 15th, 2007. It's safe to say that the future of acoustic guitar music is in good hands with players like Craig coming on the scene.

MICHAEL ISLA

Michael Isla is a classically trained guitarist and composer with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in classical guitar performance from Duquesne University and Akron University respectively. His unique style blends rock, Middle Eastern, Latin and classical styles into a flavorful mix of melodic, rhythmic and tonal soundscapes. His music has been heard on NEON network’s TV show “Random Acts of Music”, various NPR radio shows and acoustic radio shows across the country and PBS’s has used his music for various DVD projects. In addition, PBS aired his concert with the Rhythmic Light Ensemble during the Cleveland Ingenuity Festival. Currently, Michael is preparing for a national tour following the release of his second album “Sonic Self-Portrait” and has just joined DR Strings as an endorsed acoustic artist. Master guitar builder Jason Simpson is now offering the “Michael Isla Signature” model built to Michael’s specifications. You can learn more at www.IslaGuitar.com

JOE ROBINSON

Having quickly entrenched himself as Australia’s newest music phenomenon – Joe Robinson is truly a virtuoso musician. Learning mainly from Youtube - the young prodigy has released two critically acclaimed instrumental releases, Birdseed and Time Jumpin’. In 2009 Robinson became the youngest and first instrumentalist to take the top prize at the World Championships of Performing Arts in Hollywood, CA (over 75,000 contestants from 40 countries) and also won the widely watched Australia’s Got Talent competition in 2008. A release of an entirely new project is expected in 2011, sharing more of his remarkable talent with lovers of incredible music around the world.