Name: New Music for the 12 String Guitar
Brand: Toby Hay

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CON276CD

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2019-12-13

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Supplier GB

State 51

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Standard:20

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5057998000005

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Toby Hay

Genre GB

Folk

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The state51 Conspiracy

The State51 Conspiracy is a 21st Century Music Company. With a focus on innovation and creativity, they are dedicated to supporting and promoting independent artists from around the world.

Founded in [year], The State51 Conspiracy has quickly become a leading force in the music industry. They offer a wide range of services including distribution, marketing, licensing, and artist development.

With an extensive roster of talented musicians spanning various genres, The State51 Conspiracy is committed to providing their artists with the tools and resources they need to succeed. Their passion for music shines through in everything they do, making them a trusted partner for both established and emerging artists alike.

Toby Hay is a talented musician known for his intricate and emotive guitar playing. Hailing from Wales, he draws inspiration from the rich folk traditions of his homeland. With a delicate touch and a deep understanding of melody, Toby creates captivating compositions that transport listeners to another time and place.

His music has been compared to artists such as Jim Ghedi, Gwenifer Raymond, and Nathan Salsburg, who share his passion for storytelling through instrumental music. Toby's unique style blends elements of traditional folk with contemporary influences, resulting in a sound that is both timeless and innovative.

Whether performing solo or collaborating with other musicians, Toby's performances are always mesmerizing. His live shows have earned him a dedicated following and critical acclaim. Fans of Bill MacKay, James Elkington, and Glenn Jones will find much to love in Toby's evocative melodies and masterful technique.

The Red Kite guitar, named after the bird of prey indigenous to the part of Wales Toby lives, was made from Madagascar Ebony and Engelmann Spruce and was set up to play in unique tunings. It was decorated with a mother-of-pearl inlay Red Kite design on the fretboard. 

Toby composed eleven instrumental studies and an arrangement of Auld Lang Syne on The Red Kite under the collective title New Music for the 12 String Guitar. In the pieces, Toby explores the rich array of textures and tones of the the 12 string guitar, challenging his playing and pushing to its limits what the instrument could really do. He took to the tranquil surroundings of Peter Gabriel’s Real World Studios in Wiltshire, where he recorded the project’s 12 pieces in the wood room. With no additional musicians, and no overdubs, edits or effects, the recordings fully demonstrate Toby’s exceptional playing and composition skills. He’s made the perfect 12 string guitar record.

New Music for the 12 String Guitar

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