Benjamin Beirs Guitarist, Teacher, Composer Benjamin Beirs

Press Coverage

“A brilliant young classical guitarist…”

- Liza Matthews, DC Examiner

“Benjamin Beirs of the USA performed the Castelnuovo-Tedesco Concerto in D major for Guitar and Orchestra, Opus 99 with intense musicality and no sign of any nerves…”

- Julia Crowe, Mel Bay Guitar Sessions

“During the second half, he cast a mystic spell with his own composition ‘Awakened Awareness.’ Mellifluously tinged with Eastern tones, the Buddhism-inspired creation enchanted the listeners with cathartic harmony and progressions.”

- Allan Moses, The Hindu

“The last piece by Roland Dyens was very exciting in its modernity. Having studied with the great guitar virtuoso and composer, Beirs’ interpretation of his Libra Sonatine was impeccable.”

- The Deccan Herald

“Mr. Beirs gave a superb performance, demonstrating impressive musicianship and a deep sense of artistry. I found him to be a musician of great insight and superb technical skills. Mr. Beirs is an extremely gifted guitarist, and passionate in his commitment to excelling in guitar performance.”

-Joann Falletta, conductor

“Ben was a wonderful student, open to new ideas, incredibly quick to adapt to changes suggested, and with one of the most pleasant personalities of any student I have ever worked with. He is a truly gifted young musician who deserves to be heard, and one who has a great future in music.”

- Martha Masters, President, Guitar Foundation of America

“…Ben is among the most gifted students that have been in the Peabody Guitar Program over the past four decades. With his intelligence, energy, talent and commitment to excellence he has built success on success, and crafted an artistic voice in performance of rare power and authority.”

- Julian Gray, Chair, Peabody Guitar Department