Detroit Classical Guitar – The Dearing Concert Duo

Detroit classical guitar at its finest. The Dearing Concert Duo brings award-winning artistry and professional excellence to weddings, concerts, and special events throughout Metro Detroit. Featuring voice, flute, and classical guitar – six Detroit Music Awards and 25+ years of experience.

Detroit Classical Guitar for Weddings

As Detroit’s premier classical music duo, we specialize in elegant wedding ceremony and reception music. Our unique combination of classical guitar, soprano voice, and flute creates sophisticated ambiance that transforms your wedding into an unforgettable experience.

Detroit Wedding Music Excellence

Our Detroit classical guitar wedding music includes:

• Ceremony Music – Prelude, processionals, unity ceremonies, recessionals
• Classical Guitar Solo – Intimate, elegant repertoire
• Guitar with Voice – Romantic vocal selections with accompaniment
• Guitar with Flute – Ethereal chamber music combinations
• All Three Instruments – Maximum variety and musical interest
• Custom Song Arrangements – We learn your special requests

Serving All Detroit Metro Communities

Available for Detroit classical guitar performances throughout:

• Wayne County: Detroit, Dearborn, Grosse Pointe, Livonia, Canton, Plymouth, Northville, Westland
• Oakland County: Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Troy, Rochester Hills, Novi, Farmington Hills, West Bloomfield, Royal Oak
• Macomb County: Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, Warren, St. Clair Shores
• Washtenaw County: Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Saline

Detroit Classical Guitar Concert Experience

Beyond weddings, the Dearing Concert Duo performs full concerts featuring Detroit classical guitar artistry at its highest level. Our concert programs showcase:

• Spanish Classical Guitar – Tárrega, Albéniz, Rodrigo arrangements
• Latin American Works – Villa-Lobos, Barrios, Lauro
• Classical Art Songs – Dowland, Purcell, Fauré with guitar
• Contemporary Classical – Modern compositions for voice and guitar
• Chamber Music – Guitar with flute, voice combinations

Detroit Music Award Winners

The Dearing Concert Duo has been recognized by the Detroit Music Awards with six honors:

• Outstanding Classical Ensemble (2003)
• Outstanding Classical Ensemble (2002)
• Outstanding Classical Vocalist – Abha Dearing (3-time winner)
• Outstanding Classical Recording (2002)

This recognition from Detroit’s music community confirms our commitment to classical music excellence and our standing as leading Detroit classical guitar performers.

Detroit’s Classical Music Community

Both Steven and Abha Dearing are deeply connected to Detroit’s classical music community. Their professional credentials and local connections include:

• Wayne State University Alumni – Both hold Masters degrees in music performance from WSU in Detroit
• University of Windsor – Steven: Adjunct Professor (1995-2018), serving Detroit metro students
• Macomb Community College – Steven: Faculty member (7 years)
• Detroit PBS – Featured on “BackStage Pass”
• Detroit Opera & Orchestra Collaborations – Regularly invited to perform with Detroit-area orchestras and opera productions – recognition reserved for the region’s most accomplished musicians
• Metro Detroit Venues – Regular performances at The Henry Ford, Meadow Brook Hall, Grosse Pointe War Memorial, and throughout the region

This deep connection to Detroit’s musical heritage ensures that when you hire the Dearing Concert Duo, you’re engaging with musicians who truly understand and contribute to Detroit’s vibrant classical music scene.

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Detroit classical guitar excellence since 1998. Serving Metro Detroit weddings, concerts, and special events with award-winning artistry.