Elliot Frank performs on Campbell stage

     Celebrated by critics and audiences alike for his unique blend of powerful virtuosity, beautiful tone and natural musicianship, guitarist Elliot Frank will showcase his talent at Campbell University on Thursday, Oct. 6, at 8 p.m. in Scott Concert Hall. Admission is free and open to the public.
     Frank’s program includes works from musical giants such as Bach and Isaac Albeniz. Frank has appeared as a solo recitalist, chamber player and concerto soloist throughout the Americas and Europe. Among his many honors, Frank is a prize-winner in two international competitions and has appeared as a featured soloist with the North Carolina Symphony. He has also performed for the Memphis, Tampa and Richmond Classical Guitar societies as well as the Dallas, Tallahassee and Piedmont Guitar societies. Also interested in the guitar music of Hispanic cultures, Frank has performed and lectured on the music of Antonio Lauro for the Guitar Foundation of America at international festivals in Pasadena and New Orleans. Frank’s first CD, “South American Guitar Music,” was recently released by ACA Digital Recordings and has been praised as “eloquent” and “delightful.”
     Frank currently serves as artistic director at East Carolina University, where he also teaches while maintaining an active concert schedule. Upcoming performances include the 2006 Guitar Foundation of America Festival in Columbus, Ga. For more information on Elliot Frank and his music, visit www.elliotfrank.com.