EVA Vetted Entertainer
Gareth Pearson
Compare to: Tommy Emmanuel, Andy McKee, Chet Atkins
Nashville, TN, USA
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Amazing celebrated fingerstyle guitarist from Wales UK
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/MB8UJnmM3R8
Gareth Pearson is referred to as “The Welsh Tornado” which is particularly appropriate, seeing as this special talent combines fingerstyle pyrotechnics, with explosive lead runs making Pearson one of the most exciting acoustic musicians gigging today.
Gareth has a distinctive style that can be heard through his creative and innovative arrangements which cover a wide spectrum of genres, including country/folk/classical/pop/rock/jazz/swing and bluegrass music, along with his own beautiful and often intricate original compositions.
Drawing his playing style initially from influences such as Chet Atkins, Merle Travis, Jerry Reed and Tommy Emmanuel, he has developed a style that is both inspiring and entertaining.
With appearances throughout Europe and a growing reputation, Gareth was invited to perform at the 2008 Canadian Guitar Festival.
Videos
Styles
Bluegrass
Country
Folk
Band Setups
Solo
Event Types
In-Person
Occasions
Corporate Event
Private Party
Public Event
Wedding
Festival
College Event
Song Types
Some Covers
Offerings
SOLO FINGERSTYLE GUITAR SET
A great mix of covers and originals on solo acoustic guitar.
Event Types: In-Person
Testimonials
Adam Walton
BBC Radio Wales - Radio Personality
"Gareth is fast becoming one of the worlds most renowned instrumental guitarists" "Gareth is fast becoming one of the worlds most renowned instrumental guitarists"
Tommy Emmanuel, cgp
CGP Sounds - World Renown Instrumental guitarist
"I really respect Gareth's abilities. He's a great young man and a great ambassador for the acoustic guitar"
Steffan Grossman
Touring Musician - Instrumental Guitarist
"I'm Gareth's number one fan! What a guitarist! His original compositions hit the ears like cool spring water on a hot summer's day. His stage show has everyone up on their feet. Fingerstyle guitar is in good hands for the next generation”
Andy McKee
Touring Musician - Accomplished guitarist
"Not only is Gareth one of the most amazing guitarists around, he is a really nice guy and funny as hell!"
Staff Writer
Acoustic Magazine - Staff Writer
“Gareth Pearson is no average guitar player. He has developed a distinctive style and execution to his playing that has earned him the greatest of accolades from World renowned players. In less than five years, he has grown from a relatively unknown guitar appreciator into a fully fledged professional who now performs in many parts of the World. With influences such as Chet Atkins, Tommy Emmanuel and Merle Travis, Gareth’s arsenal of techniques represents a broad gamut to be entertained by, even if one cannot see his fingers move as they dance with such fluidity. These opinions of popularity are beginning to grow further as guitar greats including Jan Akkerman and Tommy Emmanuel have invited and requested Gareth’s company on tour. Add to this his characteristic vocal signatures and you have one of the World’s most developed new guitar players that has truly blossomed”.
Staff Writer
Guitarist Magazine UK - Staff Writer
"Those who have seen him play will agree that Gareth Pearson is a special talent. Fingerstyle pyrotechnics combined with explosive lead runs make Pearson one of the most exciting acoustic musicians gigging today".