About Me
On classical, steel string, electric or gypsy jazz guitar, Kevin Dollar represents a multifaceted approach to the instrument. His performances vary from solo classical guitar and chamber ensemble, to early 20th century traditional music, to the gypsy jazz guitar style of pre-WWII France. Being a versatile musician has always been a top priority for this well-rounded performer and teacher. Kevin is currently the Director of the MANC Guitar Competition, an instructor at the Music Academy of NC (since 1995, now with master teacher status), and on the faculty of Elon University, where he serves as a guitar instructor as well. His performance credits include recitals given at Elon University, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Shorter College, Greensboro College, for the Piedmont Artists Guild, the Music Academy of NC, the Millenium Center and for several major concert series in the Piedmont region. Kevin regularly performs with the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra and has shared the stage with the likes of Doc Watson, David Holt, Katherine Whalen, Jimbo Matthus and Clay Aiken. Kevin has also performed with the Greensboro Opera Company, the Triad Guitar Quartet, Duo Dolce, Bel Canto and is currently a member of the Hot Club of North Carolina, a group dedicated to the preservation of gypsy jazz. Kevin received his MM from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2001 and performed in masterclasses with artists such as William Kanengiser, Ricardo Cobo, Stephen Robinson, and Joseph Hagedorn. With several recordings to his credit (Alamance Christmas Cheer, “On Our Own†original film score, “Long Ride Home†by Lyn Koonce, etc.) Kevin can be heard playing many different styles on as many different types of guitars (see “Listen†page). Future recordings in progress include a collection of jazz standards and a solo classical performance.
