PRE-RECORDED

Jack Cimo, Guitar

03/10/2026

“I have heard many fine guitarists in concert, which I have found to be beautiful. This was beyond beautiful. One was totally unaware of Cimo’s stellar technique because his music cut immediately to the soul. I was breathless.” (John Howard, DMA)

Program

Fernando Sor: Introduction, Theme and Variations on Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte, Op. 9
Manuel María Ponce: Sonata Meridional: 1. Campo  2. Copla  3. Fiesta
Joaquín Rodrigo: Junto al Generalife, En los Trigales
Agustín Barrios Mangoré: Julia Florida,  Una Limosna por el Amor de Dios

Program Notes

Jack Cimo is an American classical guitarist known for his powerful stage presence, beautiful tone, and exciting renditions. He frequently plays solo recitals and as a soloist with orchestra, most recently playing the “Concierto de Aranjuez” with the Santa Maria Philharmonic. He was one of two Americans invited to the prestigious Joann Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition in Buffalo, NY.

Conductor Jane Brown said of his playing, “Mr. Cimo plays with expressive depth, great feeling, and brilliant virtuosity. His performance of the Rodrigo ‘Concierto de Aranjuez’ was a season favorite that our audience and musicians are still discussing in appreciation and awe.”