"At the age of 5, I was taken by my Father to see a performance by the legendary Andres Segovia. That day I was enraptured by the magical sounds a wooden box with strings could produce and, from that moment on, grew the inspiration for a life-long love of this beautiful instrument. After graduating from the Royal Academy of Music in London, I embarked on a 30 year career in music. In that time, I have had the honour of performing to a wide range of distinguished audiences in some of the most fabulous cities around the world. I have been privileged to teach hundreds of students and collaborate with some of the most outstanding musicians in all genres of the music industry. This CD is a culmination of some of the most requested pieces from my repertoire. It has been a labour of love, from start to finish, and I hope you enjoy listening to it." Andrew Keeping ARAM (Hons.) LRAM Prof. Cert. (Hons.)   ANDREW KEEPING is one of Britain’s leading guitarists whose exceptional talent and warm personality is winning new audiences for the classical guitar. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Music in London, studying under Michael Lewin and Timothy Walker. Andrew also took part in masterclasses with John Williams and Julian Bream, having studied with renown teacher and composer Oliver Hunt. He has appeared at venues worldwide including broadcasts on both radio and television. He works in partnership with various international singers and instrumentalists. His intimate drawing-room recitals have included regular performances before members of the British Royal Family. Andrew's reputation as a performer with flair and innate musicality were demonstrated with the release of his critically acclaimed solo C.D., "British Guitar" and two 'sell-out' recitals at London's South Bank. As a session musician his versatile playing can be heard in film music, TV ads and as a backing guitarist to some of the world’s most renowned Rock and Pop artists. His wide ranging repertoire has made him a much sought after performer. In 2001, the Royal Academy of Music rewarded his achievements and he was made an Associate of that institution. "a genius with the classical guitar" Western Telegraph. "He has done more than most to promote British Solo Guitar" London Evening Standard "an artist of taste and skill." Musical Opinion "Andrew Keeping goes a long way to justify a position as Julian Bream's natural successor." Classical Music on the Web