A gift of guitar talent

This Sunday, November 27, the Gift of Music concert series features award winning classical guitarist Tariq Harb, the winner of the 2011 Montreal International Classical Guitar Competition, and finalist at one of the world’s most exciting classical guitar competitions, the Barrios WorldWideWeb 2011.

After high school Harb, moved to Montreal from Jordan to study finance at Concordia University. After graduating with a degree in Commerce and working as a financial advisor, Harb, proficient in both violin and guitar, decided to pursue his true passion and went on to obtain a Masters in Performance degree from McGill University. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Musical Arts from the University of Toronto.

Harb’s playing has been described as “effortless and thoughtful… a must see guitarist” (Dr. Garry Antonio), with “exceptional musicianship and technical accuracy” (Dr. Alexander Dunn). John Wiens, Montreal’s Live Music Examiner’s critic, said of Harb’s playing that he appeared to be “reaching out with music to touch and feel what cannot be said,” and that he was a “musical master of melancholy!”

Enjoy The Gift of Music at St. Luke’s this Sunday, November 27 at 3 pm to hear an exciting classical guitarist who is well on his way to becoming a major player on the world stage. Tickets are $15 at Curiosity House Books, The Creemore Echo, or at the door. Following the concert you can meet Tariq in person as everyone relaxes with friends and neighbours over complimentary refreshments.