Douglas Reach

Guitar, Guitar History

BMus (Dalhousie)

Email: Douglas.Reach@dal.ca
Phone: 494-6470

Office: Studio 513B, Dalhousie Arts Centre

Biography:

"Recital Exhilarating (headline) ... a performer of impressive capabilities." —  Winnipeg Free Press

"A gifted artist whose musical attributes inspire both pleasure and appreciation ... considerable technical facility and musicianship was inherent in Reach's playing ... His Bach playing was glorious — spirited and full of grace." — Halifax Chronicle Herald

"Exciting and impressive ... Mr. Reach's playing displayed confidence and commitment to the music" — The Soundboard, California

Douglas Reach has performed across Canada and the United States as both soloist and in chamber music settings. As well as performing the standard repertoire, he is also known for his dynamic and committed performances of the contemporary repertoire. In this regard, Mr. Reach has premiered many new works and has also commissioned and had numerous pieces dedicated to him. His performances have been heard regularly on CBC radio and television

Recently Mr. Reach has explored alternative musical styles and as a result is featured on the Minnie Sessions CD Vol.III with well-known Celtic musician Scott Macmillan.

Winner of numerous awards, Douglas Reach was a prize winner in the Guitar Foundation of America's International Guitar competition. He has also been the recipient of numerous grants and awards from the Canada council, the Banff School of Fine Arts and the Aspen Music Festival.