Diego Figueiredo to Perform Feb. 16 at Ed Stafford Theatre


Description: The Arkansas Valley Community Concert Association hosts world-renowned Brazilian guitarist Diego Figueiredo at 7 p.m. Feb. 16 at Ed Stafford Theatre, plus a free school mini-concert Feb. 17. Experience a fusion of jazz, Bossa Nova and classical guitar praised by George Benson. Courtesy Photo.

Arkansas Valley Community Concert Association Presents Brazilian Guitar Virtuoso Diego Figueiredo at Ed Stafford Theatre

The Arkansas Valley Community Concert Association presents their fourth Community Concert of this season, to be at 7 pm next Monday, February 16, in the Ed Stafford Theatre.

Community Concerts is providing a free mini-concert for school children with Diego, who is a Grammy-nominated guitarist, at 9:30 on Tuesday morning. This is for all ages, from elementary through high school. Homeschooled children are also invited; they should be chaperoned. It will also take place at the Ed Stafford Theatre on the Otero campus.

Admission for adults is either an Arkansas Valley Community Concert Membership or a $20 ticket purchased at the door. Anyone under 18 who accompanies an adult is admitted free.

More about Diego Figueiredo, Solo Brazilian Guitarist:

Brazilian Guitar Sensation Diego Figueiredo is a virtuoso with an infectious, joyful feeling that will leave you amazed and happy. He is an extraordinary star among the world’s greatest jazz guitarists. His superb technique, timing and imagination have made him one of the hottest international names right now. Diego creates a fusion between Jazz, Bossa Nova and Classical music. 

Offering fresh interpretations along with phenomenal technique and emotion, Diego has created an explosion of adoring fans around the world.  Born in Franca, Brazil in 1980, he has performed in over 40 countries and is excited to bring his music and charm to your audiences.

“Diego Figueiredo is one of the greatest guitarists I’ve seen in my whole life. The world needs to listen to his music.” – George Benson