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Art Meets Jazz: Lenny Ranallo Returns Home for a Special Performance!
Lenny Ranallo Returns Home for a Special Art Meets Jazz Performance!
Drawing inspiration from Bach to Bill Evans to Coltrane and beyond, internationally acclaimed American guitarist Leonard “Lenny” Ranallo, a Western New York native, returns for a special performance in the Art Meets Jazz Series. Known for his ability to blur the lines between composer, performer, and improviser, Ranallo brings a dynamic energy to both classical and jazz settings, seamlessly transitioning from the concert hall to the jazz club.
Ranallo’s fluency in both classical and electric guitar has led to performances across the United States and Europe, with festival appearances in Italy, Scotland, and the U.S. He has received top honors in competitions such as the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra’s Young Musicians Competition, the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society Competition, and the James Stroud Competition. In 2012, he made his orchestral debut as a concerto soloist with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra—a milestone in his illustrious career.
As a composer, Ranallo pushes the boundaries of the guitar’s expressive potential, collaborating with composers from the U.S. and U.K. to expand the instrument’s repertoire in both classical and electric styles. He holds a Master’s Degree from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and a Bachelor of Music from Oberlin Conservatory, and he currently serves on the faculty at Peabody Conservatory Preparatory and Swarthmore College while maintaining a private teaching studio in Philadelphia.
Don’t Miss This Special Homecoming for Lenny Ranallo!
Presented as part of the Art Meets Jazz Series, this performance promises a truly unique and genre-defying musical experience. Join us in celebrating the homecoming of WNY’s own Lenny Ranallo and immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of classical, jazz, and world music fusion.
Reserve your seats now and experience the artistry of Lenny Ranallo
