Fabian Hinsche

Prof. Dr. Fabian Hinsche is a Professor of Guitar at the University of the Arts Bremen. A renowned international performer, he has soloed across Europe, Asia, and the Americas with the Mare Duo and other ensembles. He holds doctorates in media culture analysis with a thesis on 'Aesthetics of Musical Interpretation' and serves as chairman of the European Guitar Teachers Association Germany (EGTA D) and editor of the EGTA Journal. His recordings include acclaimed CDs like 'Journey' and 'Crystal Tears' on the Naxos label.

Education:

• Studied guitar under Prof. Alfred Eickholt, Prof. Carlo Marchione, and Prof. Hubert Käppel

Research & Teaching: Focuses on guitar performance aesthetics, pedagogy, and chamber music collaboration. Advocates for contemporary compositions through his role as dedicatee for works by composers like C. Domeniconi and J. Kindle. His editorial work includes Edition Mare Duo for Trekel-Verlag.

Awards & Recognition:

• Over a decade of competition victories in Europe
• Recognized via scholarships from the Richard Wagner Association and Yehudi Menuhin Live Music Now

Professional Contributions: Regular guest performer/juror at international festivals. Lectures globally on music aesthetics and pedagogy. Founded the Mare Duo, praised for their chamber music recordings.