FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Don Alder is at home on stages all over the world, and now bringing his guitar magic back to Europe once again for a solo concert tour in Germany, Switzerland and the UK. (Full tour schedule: see below)
Don Alder will perform songs from various albums, including new songs from his upcoming CD titled "Armed & Dangerous".
He will be performing all original material including fiery guitar instrumentals that will put you on the edge of your seat and his singing with a voice that will soothe your soul. One could describe his music as "fusion folk, blending pop and instrumental music" while others say "new world fusion with a hinge of bluegrass". Alder describes it as "honest music from the heart".
His music is a unique combination of deeply textured melody and story. Lyrical and compelling, his original songs are notes of exploration – some passionate and haunting, some hard-driven, others light and teasing. In quiet pieces or pushing right to the edge, Don's phenomenal finger style playing and rich voice captivate. Don is also recognized as one of the of the world's top harp guitarists, and besides his Yamaha guitar and his baritone guitar he'll bring along his harp guitar for sure.
Don Alder, often referred to as the "Hendrix" of Acoustic Guitar is a Multi-Award Winning Acoustic guitarist from Canada. Hot off his recent performance with Chris Hadfield, Commander of the Intl' Space Station, Alder continues to "Wow" audiences around the world with his "jaw dropping" one man band act. His singing is soulful and heartfelt and his story telling and guitar playing is highly entertaining.
Alder's other recent activities include performing at the 2014 All Star Guitar Night, promo video shoot with the Ernie Ball String company, hand selected by Lee Ritenour to the judge advisory panel for the global Six String Theory competition, writing guitar columns for the online UK based Guitar Interactive Magazine.
Tour dates (as of August 2nd, 2014):
Nov. 08, 2014: Atelier Kaepper, Altenhof-Densborn , Germany (workshop and concert)
Nov. 11, 2014: Franzis, Wetzlar, Germany (concert)
Nov. 12, 2014: Kulturbahnhof Niederrhein, Germany (concert)
Nov. 13, 2014: Musikbunker, Aachen, Germany (concert)
Nov. 14, 2014: Stephanus Kirche, Hemer, Germany (concert)
Nov. 15, 2014: Kulturzentrum, Elbtal, Germany (concert)
Nov. 16, 2014: Koralle – Theater im Riff, Bruchsal, Germany (concert)
Nov. 17, 2014: Ono – Das Kulturlokal, Bern, Switzerland (concert)
Nov. 18, 2014: University of Freiburg, Germany (workshop)
Nov. 19, 2014: Siccas Guitars, Karlsruhe, Germany (video shoot)
Nov. 22, 2014: The Waiting Room, Colchester (UK) (double bill with Stuart Masters)
Nov. 25, 2014: Queen's Theatre, Hornchurch (UK) (double bill with Stuart Masters)
Nov. 26, 2014: tba, Exeter, Devon (UK) (double bill with Stuart Masters)
Nov. 27, 2014: The Prince Albert, Stroud (UK) (double bill with Stuart Masters)
Notable quotes:
- "Don’s unique talent and musical style is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Don’s performances left the audience thirsty for more." Caitlin Thompson - Artistic/Executive Director, Bella Coola Music Festival
- "Even though Don stepped onto the Guitar Superstar stage as a solo-acoustic performer, he played with ferocity and charisma, and totally owned the audience and that's what a guitar star does. You have to deliver something so thrilling that people can't help but stand up and cheer. Don nailed it." Michael Molenda, Editor in Chief, GUITAR PLAYER magazine
- "Alder's performances are transcendental" George Lynch – Dokken
- "Alder? Simply amazing" Elliot Easton - The Cars
- "Alder is a guitarist that should be famous around the world" Ray Daniels - Manager "Rush"
- "Just saw the most amazing guitarist last night, shocked by Alder's Talent this AM. Carly Rae Jepsen
Performances /Accolades:
2013 International Branding Laureate Award (only 2 acoustic guitarists to receive this Tommy Emmanuel and Don Alder)
1rst - 2011 Guitar Idol Worldwide - held in London UK
1rst - 2010 Guitar Player Magazine, Guitar Superstar Contest - North America
1rst - 2007 International Fingerstyle Championships Winfield, Kansas
Featured in all the top Guitar Magazines
Social Media or other Links:
http://www.facebook.com/donalderfanpage
https://www.twitter.com/donalder
http://www.donalder.com
http://www.youtube.com/playthatfunkymusic56
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Alder
