Hugh Chandler is a unique musician, combining skills as a composer and a classical/acoustic
guitarist. Classical Guitar magazine spoke of his Two Preludes for guitar as "genuinely skilful
writing, with �a sense of stylistic awareness and authority". Chandler was twice the state winner in
guitar in the South Carolina Collegiate Artist competition in 1979 and 1982. Judges praised his
high level of musicianship and sensitivity. His composition Micropoints won the 1986 Casio
Electronic Music competition at the University of Texas. His work Two Preludes for solo guitar is
published by the Tuscany Publications, and has been favorably reviewed in two different
international guitar journals. His compositional output
includes a wide range of media, from solo guitar, chamber music, electronic media, to full
orchestra. Chandler has written background scores for several short films and videos, as well as
theatrical productions.He has had performances of his music in cities throughout the
United States, Mexico, Greece, Spain, Bulgaria, and Sweden. He completed a doctorate in music composition at the
University of Texas in 1989, and a master of music in guitar performance from the University of
South Carolina in 1981.
Chandler�s guitar performances have included appearances on the Symphony Square series, the
Central Presbyterian noon series, and frequent appearances with the Austin Classical Guitar
Society. He has performed solo concerts in Austin, Cedar Park, and Round Rock, Texas, as well
as Charleston, Columbia, and Sumter, South Carolina, including appearances on local radio and
television programs.Chandler was recently the musical guest on the televised Austin City Council meeting; that day was declared Hugh Chandler day by the mayor of Austin. His most recent solo concerts have included performances of both classical repertoire and his own compositions for guitar and other instruments. Chandler has also performed early music as continuo player and soloist with the Heralds and Minstrels Early Music Ensemble in
many cities throughout Texas. He currently teaches guitar in Austin, Texas, in addition to a busy schedule of performing, composing, and arranging.