Soren is a versatile guitarist, pianist, teacher, and performer whose musical background spans classical guitar, Celtic music, rock, folk, blues, bluegrass, and classical/metal fusion.

Celebrated for his wide-ranging musicianship, thoughtful teaching, and active presence in the local music community, Soren performs regularly for events, galleries, assisted living centers, and ensembles including Callanish and Instrametal, while also teaching classical guitar and piano and serving on the board of Utah Classical Guitar.

Wyatt DeFord is a classical guitarist based in Salt Lake City, currently studying under Todd Woodbury at the University of Utah. A recent participant in the prestigious Volterra Project in Italy, he has performed solo and ensemble works for charity and on the Neuma Records release Resonance Unbound. Wyatt brings expressive artistry and community-minded purpose to his performances, drawing on a wide range of musical experience.

Mr. DeFord will be performing music of Bach, Mompou, Villa-Lobos, Barrios, Dowland, Brouwer, and the ‘Nocturnal, Op. 70’ by Benjamin Britten.

Program: https://utahclassicalguitar.org/2025-09-27-wyatt-deford-concert