It's not easy to describe the almost endless mix of merging influences in this amazing string master's playing...

Claude moves from a classical opening with almost courteous music across the continent to the blues of the Mississippi Delta, from the Balearic Islands to the Balkans, and then back to the United States. A Spanish blues evolve into Gypsy music, travels to Eastern Europe, with a splash of Paco de Lucia, then a touch of Delta tunes and more. Influences from Richie Blackmore, Joaquin Rodrigo, JJ Cale and even J. S. Bach speak for themselves.

Claude Bourbon has impeccable timing and does things on six strings that are simply amazing. Experience a stunning acoustic fusion of blues, jazz, folk, classical and Spanish guitar.

“Claude Bourbon aptly describes himself as a musical artist. He uses a vast array of music tools to paint a landscape we have all visited either in person or in our dreams”Mary Pat Cooney – FolkWorks

“Claude Bourbon is a unique figure today… his playing is almost indescribable“ The Hook, Charlottesville, USA

“A breathtaking acoustic fusion of blues, jazz, classical and Spanish guitar from a stunning guitar virtuoso…” Altadena News, USA

Music in Eric's Bar

Our doors will be open from 6.30pm, so please arrive in good time to find a seat, relax and let us pour you a drink. The bar itself will not be serving during the performance, as we give our full attention to the musicians, but it will open at all other times, including the interval.

Don't forget we now do food, too - why not book a table from 6pm and enjoy a meal before the evening's music? Email kitchen@rosestheatre.org to reserve your table.