Stephen Bennett in concert

Stephen Bennett is an extraordinary musician, an acknowledged master of the harp guitar, a challenging teacher, a gifted composer, and a performer of astounding sensitivity.  The Toronto Fingerstyle Guitar Association calls him “the Jedi Master of Fingerstyle Guitar”…

The testimony of those who hear Stephen is that his work is the product of both mind and heart, intellectually challenging and emotionally satisfying - - and it is deeply personal, even as it is universal.  Listeners have a feeling that they have stepped into the world of the musician, and for a short moment in time, there are only the two of them there.  The producer of a Texas music Festival writes, “Stephen’s music draws the listener in.  He has the ability to make you feel as though you are a part of the music he is making.  In France, a producer writes: “Stephen’s compositions are so beautiful, filled with great emotion and great sensitivity.  He is one of those musicians who serve the music, and only the music.”

Stephen is also is the founder of the Harp Guitar Gathering, an annual event that will celebrate its 13th season in October 2015.   Whether playing his great-grandfather’s harp guitar, slide on his 1930 National resonator guitar, or on a standard six-string, Stephen Bennett is a musician to hear.  His music has won awards and critical praise.  In live performance and on record, his diverse musical influences and interests are joined in a life-long love affair with the sound of guitar strings.  Stephen will be hosting the annual Harp Guitar Gathering at Saint Patrick’s in October.  Both events are not to be missed.

A wine and cheese reception is included during intermission.  Tickets available at the door: $15 for adults, $10 seniors/students.  For more details, visit www.saint-patricks.org  or (704) 663-5659.  Saint Patrick’s is located at 164 Fairview Road in Mooresville.