Cruz to perform
Edgar Cruz, a guitarist, will perform on Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. on Front Campus.
The Multicultural and Greek Affairs Department presents this guitarist from Oklahoma City University. Cruz is best known for creating the sound of a symphony by using only one instrument.
“From his portfolio, I think that it would be a really good concert,” said Annette Johnson, secretary of the Multicultural and Greek Affairs Department. “This is his first time on campus that I know of.”
Cruz was born and raised in Oklahoma City; he grew up in an atmosphere of Latin/mariachi music under the inspiration of his father Manuel Cruz. He obtained a bachelor of music degree in guitar performance from Oklahoma City University in 1986.
“Like most guitarists, I began playing Rock `n Roll by ear. Prior to the time I entered college, I played the Mexican bass with my father, who has been playing for restaurant customers for more than four decades,” said Cruz. “As a result of his years of experience playing for diverse audiences from all walks of life, with all tastes in music, Dad taught me the secret of successful marketing – you simply play what your audience wants, and they’ll pay you well. I got my first solo engagement at my aunt’s Mexican restaurant.”
Future recordings include Latin, international, movie themes, inspirational, romantic and original works. Cruz is also thinking about doing a video. He plans to continue touring and performing all over the world.
“This concert is for anybody who enjoys Flamenco, Classical, Rock, Jazz, or a variety of styles performed on Solo Guitar, unsung in a unique manner compiling bass notes, rhythm guitar, lead guitar, vocals and piano all on one instrument,” said Cruz. “Popular requests include “Malaguena,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Classical Gas,” “Hotel California,” “Pride and Joy,” and “In the Mood,” just to mention a few.”
Free Edgar Cruz recording will be given away! This performance is free and open to the public. The rain location will be the Cellar Coffee House. If you have any questions, please call the office of Multicultural and Greek Affairs at 445-4233.
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on Sep 21 2001. Filed under Features.
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