Guitar sensation and the inaugural winner of the 2006 Parkening International Guitar Competition Pablo Sáinz-Villegas join the podcast! 

Pablo has been acclaimed by the international press and by The New York Times for his "virtuous and moving performance, with an irresistible exuberance and a range of bright colors."

He has played for world leaders such as the Dalai Lama and has made numerous world premieres, including the first work written for guitar by John Williams.

Pablo will be performing at Smothers Theatre on Thursday, March 23, 2023.

Listen in as Nolan Harvel, our Assistant Podcast Producer interviews Pablo about his journey as a guitarist, his past, and why he believes the arts are important.

More info about the Center for the Arts can be found: https://arts.pepperdine.edu/

Music by Nolan Harvel