Classical Guitar Heroines Podcast

Classical Guitar Heroines Podcast
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Join us as we celebrate the remarkable contributions of women to this timeless art form, featuring insightful interviews, captivating stories and performances that showcase their talent and dedication. Discover the heroines of the classical guitar and their enduring impact on music history and today. Hosted by Bridget Gerard and Mariette Stephenson.

  1. Series 3 Episode 1: Gabriele Leite

    FEB 24

    Series 3 Episode 1: Gabriele Leite

    This episode features a fascinating interview with the engaging young Brazilian guitarist, Gabriele Leite, discussing her new release Gunûncho, women composers, and so much more. All audio tracks features on this episode are courtesy of Roncinante.

    1 hr

  2. 12/30/2025

    Series 2 Episode 8: Bahar Ossareh

    Our new episode features the engaging Iranian-Canadian guitarist Bahar Ossareh, in a wide-ranging conversation about her career, repertoire, and on-going artistic curiosity.

    1h 9m
  3. Series 2 Episode 7: Kristiina Watt

    12/15/2025

    Series 2 Episode 7: Kristiina Watt

    Hosts Bridget and Mariette sit down with the engaging lutenist Kristiina Watt to talk work–life balance, the music of Barbara Strozzi, and the unique challenges of travelling with a theorbo. The podcast also pays tribute to the late guitarist Joanne Castellani.

    48 min

  4. 10/08/2025

    Series 2 Episode 6: Cinzia Milani

    Our hosts, Bridget and Mariette, chat with the Italian guitarist, Cinzia Milani, about her career and wonderful recordings that feature the music of Ida Presti, Maria Luisa Anido, and Teresa de Rogatis. Many thanks to Brilliant Classics for permission to use audio from Cinzia’s recordings featured on this episode.

    42 min

  5. 08/04/2025

    Series 2 Episode 5: Ingrid Riollot

    Our hosts, Bridget and Mariette, chatted with the Australian French guitarist, Ingrid Riollot, about her touching experience discovering Smallman guitars, the music of both the legendary guitarist John Williams and Cameroonian composer Francis Bebey, and more!

    50 min
  6. Series 2 Episode 4: Iliana Matos

    07/14/2025

    Series 2 Episode 4: Iliana Matos

    On this episode, Bridget and Mariette talk with the engaging Canadian Cuban guitarist, Iliana Matos. Topics include Iliana's lengthy career as a performer and teacher, the enduring legacy of the Cuban School of Guitar, the challenges of moving to Canada, and the wonderful friendship between guitar greats Leo Brouwer and Eli Kassner. A heartfelt thank-you to Rene Izquierdo and Guitar Salon International who have generously contributed recordings for this episode.

    1h 2m
  7. Series 2 Episode 3: composer Kristina Avila

    05/14/2025

    Series 2 Episode 3: composer Kristina Avila

    Join our hosts, Bridget and Mariette, for a fascinating conversation with rising composer Kristina Avila as we explore her creative process, the role of the guitar in contemporary music, and how she connects with today’s listeners.

    57 min
  8. Series 2 Episode 2: Kathy Acosta Zavala on the life and times of Vahdah Olcott Bickford, Part 2

    04/07/2025

    Series 2 Episode 2: Kathy Acosta Zavala on the life and times of Vahdah Olcott Bickford, Part 2

    On this episode we continue our chat with the wonderful Dr. Kathy Acosta Zavala, the leading authority on Vahdah Olcott Bickford’s remarkable contributions to the guitar world. Her insights and storytelling make for a truly captivating listen. A heartfelt thank-you to Robert Zaidman and Mariette Stephenson for their generous contributions of recordings for this episode.

    40 min
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Join us as we celebrate the remarkable contributions of women to this timeless art form, featuring insightful interviews, captivating stories and performances that showcase their talent and dedication. Discover the heroines of the classical guitar and their enduring impact on music history and today. Hosted by Bridget Gerard and Mariette Stephenson.

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