GORAN IVANOVIC (guitar, Croatia) - Nichols Concert Hall, Music Institute, Evanston, IL on September 24

worldclassmusic.live is very proud to present Goran Ivanovic, Croatia's guitar master - for his first solo Chicagoland show in 5 years!

We are thrilled to announce that Goran's performance will also include brand new compositions: a world premiere selection from the highly anticipated new album, to be released in the fall. 

SHOWTIME: 8.00PM / doors: 7PM

Goran Ivanovic is a genre-defying artist whose original compositions draw from a rich tapestry of influences — classical, Balkan, cinematic soundtracks and contemporary harmonic language. His music is rooted in the acoustic tradition, yet constantly evolving, blending intricate fingerstyle technique with deeply emotional storytelling.

Born into the cultural crosscurrents of Eastern Europe and shaped by years of classical training and global collaboration, Goran's solo work is a deeply personal exploration of identity, place, and sound. Each piece is a journey — at once intimate and expansive — weaving the precision of classical music with the soulful intensity of Balkan folk and the atmospheric pull of film scores.

Performing on both classical and acoustic guitar, Goran’s playing is virtuosic and lyrical, captivating listeners with fluid dynamics, harmonic complexity, and rhythmic drive. He performs exclusively on finely crafted instruments: acoustic guitars by Collings Guitars and classical guitars by renowned Granada luthier Juan García Fernández. These exceptional instruments are an integral part of his voice, allowing for both nuanced expression and powerful projection.

His compositions stand as a bridge between tradition and modernity, a testament to the power of solo guitar as a complete and expressive musical language.  

https://ivanovicgoran.com/