Classical Guitar Heroines Podcast

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Series 2 Episode 4: Iliana Matos

Monday, July 14, 2025 • Duration 01:02:24

On this episode, Bridget and Mariette talk with the engaging Canadian Cuban guitarist, Iliana Matos. Topics include Iliana's lengthy career as a performer and teacher, the enduring legacy of the Cuban School of Guitar, the challenges of moving to Canada, and the wonderful friendship between guitar greats Leo Brouwer and Eli Kassner. A heartfelt thank-you to Rene Izquierdo and Guitar Salon International who have generously contributed recordings for this episode.

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Series 2 Episode 3: composer Kristina Avila

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 • Duration 56:36

Join our hosts, Bridget and Mariette, for a fascinating conversation with rising composer Kristina Avila as we explore her creative process, the role of the guitar in contemporary music, and how she connects with today’s listeners.

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Series 2 Episode 2: Kathy Acosta Zavala on the life and times of Vahdah Olcott Bickford, Part 2

Monday, April 7, 2025 • Duration 40:29

On this episode we continue our chat with the wonderful Dr. Kathy Acosta Zavala, the leading authority on Vahdah Olcott Bickford’s remarkable contributions to the guitar world. Her insights and storytelling make for a truly captivating listen. A heartfelt thank-you to Robert Zaidman and Mariette Stephenson for their generous contributions of recordings for this episode.

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Series 2 Episode 1: Kathy Acosta Zavala on the life and times of Vahdah Olcott Bickford

Monday, February 17, 2025 • Duration 57:33

Our hosts, Bridget and Mariette, sit down with the wonderful Dr. Kathy Acosta Zavala to explore the life and legacy of the remarkable American guitarist, Vahdah Olcott Bickford. Dr. Acosta Zavala is the leading authority on Olcott Bickford’s vast contributions to the guitar world, and her storytelling makes for a captivating listen. A heartfelt thank-you to Candice Mowbray, Neil Gladd, and Jack Silver who have generously contributed recordings for this episode.

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Series 1 Episode 7: Gaëlle Solal

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 • Duration 01:02:32

Episode 7 features the extraordinary French guitarist Gaëlle Solal, who shares insights into her career, her approach to competitions, and much more! All featured audio was recorded live in concert and is available on Gaëlle Solal’s and the Guitar Foundation of America’s YouTube channels. Many thanks to the Guitar Foundation of America for their support of this podcast.

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Series 1 Episode 6: Izzy Fincher

Saturday, November 23, 2024 • Duration 01:03:45

We are thrilled to feature on this episode American guitarist and researcher Izzy Fincher, whose passion for uncovering the untold stories of women guitarists takes center stage.

Series 1 Episode 5: Women who have won the GFA ICAC

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 • Duration 40:40

In this episode, we take a look at the six women who have won the prestigious Guitar Foundation of America International Concert Artist Competition. Mary Akerman USA (1985) Margarita Escarpa Spain (1994) Antigoni Goni Greece (1995) Martha Masters USA (2000) Bokyung Byun South Korea (2021) Leonela Alejandro Puerto Rico (2024)

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Series 1 Episode 4: Candice Mowbray/Josephina Robledo

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 • Duration 56:47

In this episode, we chat with the insightful guitarist and musicologist, Dr. Candice Mowbray, and discuss the career of the prodigious performer, teacher, and Francisco Tárrega student, Josephina Robledo.

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Series 1 Episode 1

Sunday, September 8, 2024 • Duration 48:54

Series 1 Episode 1 In our first episode we introduce our hosts, give sneak peaks at our upcoming episodes, pay homage to the late classical guitarists Lily Afshar and Heike Matthiesen and more.

Series 1 Episode 3: Karen Agro on how music affects our mental health

Saturday, September 7, 2024 • Duration 37:06

Series 1 Episode 3 We chat with trailblazer Karen Agro and her timely work in the realm of mental health that blends medicine, music and classical guitar.

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