Christopher Parkening

Christopher Parkening (born 14 December, 1947) is an American classical guitarist.

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He was born in Los Angeles, California, and pursued music in part because of his uncle Jack Marshall, who was a studio musician in the 1960s. He first heard Andr?s Segovia play when he was 11. By the time he was 19, he had won a number of competitions and was touring and recording extensively.

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Parkening is recognized as heir to the legacy of Segovia, who said, "Christopher Parkening is a great artist?-he is one of the most brilliant guitarists in the world." In May/June 2006, the inaugural Parkening International Guitar Competition, with one of the world's largest cash prize purses, takes place in Malibu, CA.

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Parkening has amassed a great discography on Angel/EMI Classics. He has been nominated twice for a Grammy Award. Notable recordings are Parkening Plays Vivaldi featuring a selection of Baroque concertos, as well as the world premiere recording of Peter Warlock's Capriol Suite with the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields.

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Christopher Parkening lives with his wife, Theresa, in Southern California. Each summer he teaches master classes in Bozeman, Montana. He is a committed Christian and regards performance as an expression of his faith. He has also won prizes in fly fishing.

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