Expanding the boundaries of the standard classical experience, the Gruca White Ensemble engages audiences with their creative programming and energetic performances. Featuring music from multiple cultures and genres, they seek out rarely-heard works from around the globe, foster their connections with local composers, and create unique renditions of rock, world, and Latin music. Classical guitarist Robert Gruca and flutist Linda White are comfortable with both written and improvised musical forms and draw from the entirety of their musical experiences, including rock bands, conservatory training, jazz studies, and new music. The ensemble earned rave reviews for their debut album A Different Take, released on Big Round Records in 2020. ”It’s been a thrilling ride around the world…the only common denominator is the superb musicianship and high octane playing of the Gruca White Ensemble”. (Music Web-International March 2021).
For more information about guitarist Robert Gruca, visit RobertGruca.org
For more information about flutist Linda White, visit LindaWhiteFlute.com
Debut CD!
A Different Take
It’s one thing to create a varied setlist exploring one different genre after another, and quite another to pull it off as convincingly as the Gruca White Ensemble does on their latest CD.Read more – clevelandclassical.com
Listen
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The Gruca White Ensemble is one of the most unique and exceptional duos in existence. Their performances are full of virtuosity, style, and thrills galore. Go hear them!
Astraios Chamber Music loves to feature the Gruca White Ensemble. Bob and Linda are consummate professionals, exceptional performers, creative programmers, and engaging presenters. We have always found them a dream to work with and a delight to present.
The particular strength of the ensemble lies in their diverse programming. Saturday’s concert included standard classical repertoire for the two instruments, along with the duo’s own arrangements of jazz, rock and funk tunes. There were also three short improvisational works interjected at various places in the evening’s printed program.
Concerts
Upcoming Performances
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09/18/2021 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm |
Cleveland Classical Guitar Showcase Concert
Maltz Performing Arts Center, 1855 Ansel Rd., Cleveland OH |
Past Performances
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11/13/2020 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
Virtual CD Release
Details here |
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10/27/2019 3:00 pm |
Astraios Chamber Music Series
The Historic Frankford Church, 17400 Muirfield Drive, Dallas TX |
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10/25/2019 7:30 pm |
Astraios Chamber Music Series
The Historic Frankford Church, 17400 Muirfield Drive, Dallas TX |
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09/29/2019 3:00 pm |
Bop Stop
Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave, Cleveland Ohio |
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09/14/2019 7:30 pm |
Cleveland Classical Guitar Showcase Concert
Maltz Performing Arts Center, 1855 Ansel Rd., Cleveland OH |
Contact & Connect
For inquiries or concert bookings, or to be added to the email list, please fill out the Contact Us form, or email hello@grucawhiteensemble.com.