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AccuJazz.com - The future of jazz radio Spotify Per-Olov Kindgren Per-Olov Kindgren (born June 10, 1956 in Bogotá, Colombia) is a Swedish classical guitarist, composer and music teacher known for his classical guitar playing, ranging from Bach to The Beatles. Biography[edit] Early life[edit] Professional life[edit] In 1976 Kindgren began to study at The Royal Danish Academy of Music in Copenhagen, where he moved during his studies and where he lives and works today. Musical style[edit] Kindgren's style is mainly classical, with influences from jazz, blues, and easy listening. Gear[edit] Instrument[edit] Kindgren currently plays a classical guitar built by Swiss luthier Philippe Jean-Mairet, which he bought in 1987. In the summer 2006, Kindgren went to guitar builder Per Hallgren in Göteborg in order to have the guitar lacquered again. He also plays a 7-string classical guitar given to him by John and Judy Rogerson. Guitar Support[edit] In his videos, Kindgren can be seen using a Gitano guitar support on his left lap. Discography[edit] References[edit]

per-olov - GuitarTube Channel Swedish guitarist Per-Olov KiNDGREN was born in Bogota, Colombia and came to Sweden when he was 4 years old. He studied for 7 years at the Danish Royal Academy of Music with professor Per-Olof Johnson and graduated with a final diploma in 1983. Mr. Kindgren composes and arranges not only works for guitar but for other instruments as well. Scores and TAB's available at his web His CDs "After Silence" "AIR" and "Distant Love" are also available , or Guitar: Per Hallgren www.hallgrenguitars.com More information at