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Martha Masters

b. 1972

American musician

Classical guitarist
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About Martha Masters

Born 1972. Martha Masters is an American classical guitarist.

Martha Masters (born 23 September 1972) is an American classical guitarist. She won the 2000 Guitar Foundation of America international solo competition. Masters is the President of the GFA.

She received both Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from the Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore, where she studied with Manuel Barrueco, and completed the Doctor of Musical Arts degree at the University of Southern California as a student of Scott Tennant.

Masters was born in Fairborn, Ohio. She is currently a professor and guitar instructor at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California, where she also directs the LMU Guitar Ensemble.

Discography Serenade (The Orchard, 2000) Guitar Recital (Naxos, 2001) Musings (GSP, 2005) with Risa Carlson as Duo Erato Viaggio in Italia (GSP, 2006) Viaje in Espana (GSP, 2009)

Video GFA Winner 2000 (Mel Bay)

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Important facts

Born
23 September 1972, Fairborn
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Classical guitarist
Nationality
United States
Education
University of Southern California, USC Thornton School of Music, Peabody Institute

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Martha Masters?

American musician

When was Martha Masters born?

Martha Masters was born on 23 September 1972 in Fairborn.

What is Martha Masters's occupation?

Martha Masters is a classical guitarist.

What nationality is Martha Masters?

Martha Masters is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Martha Masters

· Wikidata: Q6774481

· DBpedia: Martha Masters (musician)

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