First Presbyterian Church San Diego to hold

First Presbyterian Church of San Diego invites members to watch “A Concerto Programme,” featuring Fred Benedetti and Nancy Coto on piano. (Photo taken from the church’s website)

Fred Benedetti, Director of Guitar Studies, will be featured In First Presbyterian Church San Diego’s Odeum Guitar Duo Series, “A Concerto Programme,” with Nancy Coto on Piano on May 22 at 7 p.m. in the church’s chapel.

The church announcement highlighted that they would be playing pieces from “Concierto de Aranjuez” by Joaquin Rodrigo and “Concerto in D” by Antonio Vivaldi. The same website posted that the general admission fee would be $15. For seniors, students, and the military, it would be a $10 entrance fee.

Meet Fred Benedetti

Fred Benedetti was born in Sasebo, Japan, and started playing guitar when he was nine, as noted in the School of Music& Dance, San Diego State University. The website highlighted that he was among the 12 selected guitarists worldwide to perform in USC's Master Class of Andres Segovia. “Benedetti amazed the audience with his performance of the (Bach) Chaconne,” noted by Guitarra Magazine on the said event.

Besides, the musician has also been a performer in the master classes of Pepe Romero, Christopher Parkening, Federico Moreno-Torroba, George Skellariou, and David Grimes. The website also stated that he has performed in many countries, including the United States, Taiwan, and England. Moreover, he has been on stage locally with the San Diego Symphony, the San Diego Opera, and the Starlight Opera.

At the moment, they informed readers that he is a teacher at Grossmont College, the guitar studies leader. He is also a member of the guitar faculty at San Diego State University.

Power of Music

" Music is a universal language of the human race, " the Morung Express Website. They said that it has no limits based on culture or race. Music is understood by individuals of all ages, regardless of their identity.

The website noted that one way for people to express themselves is through music. It is a kind of speech that can show emotions better than words.

According to the website, everybody wants music, and people are surrounded by it. They added that it had become a crucial part of people's lives, and the church could not exist without music. Aristotle stated that it is not easy to know the nature of music. Music is an art form, that merges vocal and instrumental sounds to create the beauty of form, harmony, and expression of emotions.

Furthermore, believers can experience music in various ways, the website said. When good music is performed with a jealous heart, the Spirit of God steps in, showing His noteworthy works and power.

Biblical Foundation of Music

In line with this, people could see some Biblical references concerning the power of music.

More importantly, the website mentioned that Christianity started in Jewish society. Early believers honored Jewish culture and continued to live and praise God in a particular way. They added that music is a part of Jewish life.

God’s people have always been fans of songs. Throughout the Old Testament, believers showed their joy, thankfulness, and praise through songs. Music has also been a part of the battle. They express their sorrow through music, even their determination, and dedication.