critical acclaim

critical acclaim

Uncommon science of ornamentation, perfection of
ensemble playing, exceptional sonority...GENDAI GUITAR

Unexpected pleasure... You wouldn' t hardly have guessed that two instruments were involved at all so close as their shared rubato and tonal shading.THE TIMES  

The delicacy of the play of guitars against pizzicato strings was
an utter charm. They were superbe. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE

Guitarists hit top note (headline). They were outstanding, nothing less. They held spellbound the audience. THE TRIBUNE

Marvellously expressive... They are spirited, highly musical   performers,
sensitive to the demands of ensemble playing and have a feeling for
quality programing. THE GLOBE AND THE MAIL

EXTRAORDINARY CONCERT EVENT (headline). Their virtuosity was spell-binding and the total collaboration with maestro Salgo and the Festival orchestra completely swung. Really it was so great ! SAN JOSE MERCURY

Astonishing unity between the two artists who play,
think and blend as one. During the course of their attractive
program they charmed all the criticism out of me. THE PROVINCE

Musical integrity, technical security, perfection of ensemble and a deal of charm. Gifted and attractive pair of players.      THE NASHVILLE TENNESSEAN

A near capacity audience enthusiastically greated one of the most
talented guitar duos to play in Portland in a long time. The pair:
Ako Ito and Henri Dorigny received a standing ovation.
Delightful evening. Stylistic authority and technical expertise
with an added measure of impressive musicianship.    THE OREGON JOURNAL

Four concertos for one and two guitars, by Vivaldi. Recording very distinguished, gravity, depth, wealth of accents... Real musical interest.  DIAPASON