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Mark Ashford is the Head of Guitar at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire of Music. He holds an Honours degree from the Royal Academy of Music and has received numerous awards for his performance and pedagogical contributions. His career includes international performances with orchestras like the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and BBC Concert Orchestra, and he has recorded ten CDs, including notable works with the Vida Guitar Quartet.
- Educations: Chetham's School of Music (Gordon Crosskey), Royal Academy of Music (Michael Lewin), Masterclasses with David Russell
Research interests focus on expanding classical guitar repertoire through collaborations with contemporary composers and revitalizing baroque performance techniques. His recordings emphasize innovative chamber music arrangements, such as the Bachianas album featuring saxophonist Amy Green.
Award highlights include the prestigious Guitar Foundation of America Competition win and international recognition through the Alessandria and Scandinavian competitions. His discography includes Rodrigo’s 'Concierto de Aranjuez' with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
- Grants: Countess of Munster Musical Trust, Allcard grants, Royal Academy of Music bursaries
Currently directs NYGE-Birmingham and oversees the International Guitar Festival-Bath program. Maintains active roles as a masterclass instructor at leading conservatoires worldwide.
