Pablo Sainz-Villegas

Pablo Sáinz Villegas, born in Logroño, La Rioja, Spain, on June 16, 1977, is a distinguished classical guitarist acclaimed as “the soul of the Spanish guitar” by The New York Times. Since his debut with the New York Philharmonic at Lincoln Center, he has performed in over 40 countries with renowned orchestras such as the Berlin Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the National Orchestra of Spain. His performances have graced prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall, the Berlin Philharmonie, and the Tchaikovsky Concert Hall in Moscow. Notably, he is the first guitarist in 38 years to perform at the Berlin Philharmonie with the Berlin Philharmonic under Kirill Petrenko.

Sáinz Villegas has collaborated with esteemed artists like Plácido Domingo, recording a duo album and participating in a tribute concert at Madrid’s Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. He has also performed on a floating stage on the Amazon River, broadcast to millions worldwide. His discography includes recordings with the National Orchestra of Spain and the album “Americano” under Harmonia Mundi. Currently, he is an exclusive artist with Sony Classical.

A passionate advocate for Spanish classical guitar, Sáinz Villegas has premiered works by composers such as John Williams, Tomás Marco, David del Puerto, and Sergio Assad. He has received over 30 international awards, including the Andrés Segovia, Francisco Tárrega, and Christopher Parkening Prizes. In 2006, he founded the philanthropic project “The Legacy of Music Without Borders,” bringing music to over 32,000 children and youth in Spain, Mexico, and the United States.

Residing in New York City since 2001, Sáinz Villegas continues to inspire audiences worldwide with his expressive performances and dedication to cultural exchange through music.