Classical Guitar Heroines Podcast

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

  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)

  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)

  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.

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• Series 1 Episode 5 (Women who have won the GFA ICAC)

  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)

  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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