Multi-instrumentalist, Nathan Kolosko performs and composes music that is both original and eclectic. Music that embraces a wide breadth of repertoire and genres, while melding ancient traditions with contemporary approaches and sensibilities. His compositions have been performed and recorded by musicians around the globe and are currently published by Doberman-Yppan & Productions D'Oz.


Nathan's recordings have gained the attention of numerous critics. "A high-octane agenda from a guitarist with the skill, imagination, and confidence to bring it alive." - Classical Guitar, London. Collaboration is a source of inspiration for Nathan. His collaborators have included musicians Carl Dimow and Dan Cosley, visual/performance artist Ling-Wen Tsai, and the middle eastern ensemble Zapion.


Nathan has been the recipient of numerous grants and awards, including grants from the Allied Arts Foundation and D'Addario Strings and the Maine Arts Commission. Nathan is a dedicated teacher, devoted to helping his students achieve their own personal musical goals. Nathan has taught private and group lessons for over 25 years on topics ranging from Classical Guitar to the music of The Beatles. He has published several pedagogical works and composed numerous compositions specific to his students needs.
La Folia Nueva
Guitar Trio
By:Nathan Kolosko
Winner of the 2018 La Mancha guitar composition competition

The Eclectic Electric Project

This has been a covert electric guitar project. I am not sure where this will lead but I wanted to share some tunes from the collection. Enjoy!  










Live Footage from the Premiere of 
Algiers by Nathan Kolosko 
 NESI 2017





 Zapion will be recording The Fertile Crescent Project later this year, made possible by the Maine Arts Commission.



About the project:

The Fertile Crescent is a region in the Middle East that stretches from Egypt to Iran. Due to water supplies and agricultural resources, it was in this region that some of the earliest human civilizations flourished. It is also believed to be the birthplace of writing, glass, the wheel, agriculture, and the use of irrigation.

This recording project will represent the rich and varied musical cultures of the region. The recording will be performed on authentic ethnic instruments with particular attention given to the interpretive practices unique to each genre.

Zapion looks to not only entertain, but educate their audiences with regard to the artistic depth and nuance this music contains. The recording will be accompanied by extensive writing on the regional history and cultural background of the music. Information will also be provided on the structure and idiosyncrasies of these musical traditions.

Zapion Releases EP

Progressive Duets Published




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Not your average book of duets. This collection of pieces is intended for the beginning reader. The duets progress from simple rhythms on open strings to playing complete melodies using first position notes on the first three strings.  

 New notes, rhythms, dynamics, articulations, and formal structures are introduced throughout the collection. The book culminates in pieces that are recital worthy and fun to play. Dedicated students finish this collection with basic reading skills, a mastery of essential rhythms and meters, and a thoughtful and artistic approach to their music making. Twenty duets in total. (16-pages)

Instant Ensembles Published


                      

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I am always on the lookout for good entry level ensemble pieces. It can be a challenge to find works that are accessible, enjoyable and level appropriate for all the players involved. The Instant Ensemble Series looks to meet all these criteria. The ensembles are written around solo guitar compositions that are part of the staple repertoire for any classical guitar student. I have written string parts that now place these solo works for guitar in the role of  accompaniment.

This series contains both quartet and duet editions. The quartet edition has unique parts written for all instruments. The duet version contains an arrangement of the melody for each individual string instrument.

This extremely versatile collection of music that can be used in many settings with a number of different instruments. The violin part can be substituted with flute or even a second guitar. Parts can be doubled or even played by  larger ensembles such as a string orchestra. The possibilities are numerous.

I hope you enjoy these works and have great success in your endeavors !

Nathan Kolosko 2017
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