Contact: Tom Moore
410-455-3370
tmoore@umbc.edu

The UMBC Department of Music presents guitarist Troy King in concert on Sunday, April 3rd at 3 pm in the Fine Arts Recital Hall. His program will feature works by Augustin Barrios, Sylvius Leopold Weiss, Manuel Ponce, Jorge Morel, and Radames Gnattali.

With a reputation as an inspired, technically refined performer, Troy King is recognized as a guitarist who brings an intense, passionate commitment to his art, and who is able to emotionally connect with audiences. He holds a Bachelor of Music Degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music as a scholarship student of John Holmquist, and a Master’s Degree from the University of Denver, where he was the teaching assistant to Ricardo Iznaola. Additional instruction includes private study in England with composer/ guitarist Gilbert Biberian, and a long list of masterclasses with many of today’s most notable guitarists.

King has performed concerts across the United States and Europe. He has been heard on the BBC and National Public Radio. His varied programs include beloved guitar masterworks as well as important and exciting contemporary offerings, such as Ricardo Iznaola’s Three Little Tales, which he premiered in 1997. Notable festival appearances have included guest artist recitals at the Charlton Kings International Guitar Festival (England), the Portland Guitar Festival (Oregon), and at the Summer Guitar Workshop (New Mexico). After giving what Soundboard Magazine described as “a fiery performance,” King won First Prize at the Portland Guitar Festival International Guitar Competition. Other accomplishments include winning First Prize at the Lamont Chamber Music Competition and being selected as a Finalist in the Manuel Ponce International Guitar Competition in Mexico City.

Admission
Admission to the concert is $7 general, $3 for senior citizens, free for all students, and free with a UMBC ID. Tickets are available online through MissionTix at www.missiontix.com or by calling 410-752-8950. Any remaining tickets will be available at the door (cash or check only). Admission to the masterclass is free.

Telephone
Public information: UMBC Artsline (24 hour recorded message): 410-455-ARTS
Media inquiries only: 410-455-3370

Web
UMBC Arts website: http://www.umbc.edu/arts
UMBC Arts News Releases: http://www.umbc.edu/newsevents/oci/index.phtml?r=Art

Directions

• From Baltimore and points north, proceed south on I-95 to exit 47B. Take Route 166 toward Catonsville and then follow signs to the Fine Arts Building.
• From I-695, take Exit 12C (Wilkens Avenue) and continue one-half mile to the entrance of UMBC at the roundabout intersection of Wilkens Avenue and Hilltop Road. Turn left and follow signs to the Fine Arts Building.
• From Washington and points south, proceed north on I-95 to Exit 47B. Take Route 166 toward Catonsville and then follow signs to the Fine Arts Building.
• Daytime metered visitor parking is available in Lot 10, near the Administration Building. Visitor parking regulations are enforced on all University calendar days. Hilltop Circle and all campus roadways require a parking permit unless otherwise marked.
• Online campus map: http://www.umbc.edu/aboutumbc/campusmap/

Images for Media
A high resolution image for media is available online: http://www.umbc.edu/newsevents/arts/hi-res/ or by email or postal mail.