Arrizza - New Age/World Guitar - Electronic/New Age Music

New Andy Culpepper guitar - #178 - "In the making"

I am excited to announce the construction of a new guitar build by Andy Culpepper that is currently being built (as of this writing). Last year, I had discussed to my luthier, Andy Culpepper, about the possibility of building me another flamenco cutaway guitar that is based on my first one ("La Greca" - #92), built for me back in 2018. The initial idea being that while my first guitar plays and sounds amazing, it was primarily meant for recording and studio…

ARRIZZA - live at Don Quijote

For those who have been wanting to see me live, I have some exciting news! 
I will be performing live music at Don Quijote in Patchogue, NY - every Saturday from 6 to 8pm. 

It is nice to play here again after a four year break. Back in 2022, I played a weekly rotation for a few years before COVID hit. It proved to be a tough time for gigging musicians, I felt the pinch. But in a turn of serendipitous events recently, I secured a weekly gig once again here. So excited! 

Be sure to…

WHAT A SHOW! This year's performance went better than I had hoped - a stellar show - 80 tickets sold, a new record! 

It was an hour of pure fun under the stars - I received an incredible response from the audience and loved every minute of it. I played my guitar twice and I think the audience loved it as I got a huge response. They were also dazzled and wowed by my song, First Light, off of my Astronomia album. 

Then afterwards I was able to sell and sign a few CDs and take photos with others. Overall, a…

2026 GLOBAL MUSIC AWARDS 

I am thrilled to announce my latest accolade! I have just received not just one, but TWO award medals in this year's 2026 Global Music Awards (GMA's) winning “bronze” for my song, Watersheds of LIfe, in two categories - “Best New Age Song” and “Best Songwriting”. 

I am honored to receive such recognition for my work. The Global Music Awards is an international award given to some of the best musical artistry in the world. 

Thanks to Jacob Saflar and the GMA team of judges for having…

On Friday January 23rd, 2026…I had the privilege of performing a special live concert presentation at the South Country library in the heart of Bellport Village, NY. I had prepared for several weeks doing rehearsals as I have never done this particular format before - performing songs exclusively from an entire album from start to finish. I didn't know what to expect…I had practiced a few of the songs before for previous shows including my planetarium shows. Never before have I done a whole album in its…

AT LAST! - my medallion & certificate has arrived

I am extremely elated to announce that I have received my ICMA medallion in the mail. It is beautiful!
It is an honor to hold this prize as a memento for my nomination in the 2025 Intercontinental Music Awards, as well as receiving a certificate of recognition for my work, personally signed by CEO/founder of the ICMA's, Shahed Mohseni.

A BIG THANK YOU - to the judges and the entire ICMA team for selecting my song and their careful consideration. Plus a special…

I attended the online ICMA award ceremony this past month, eagerly awaiting the winners for this year's prestigious award. 

Unfortunately I did not win in my category much to my dismay. But on the bright side, I did learn that every finalist will be honored and recognized with a beautiful gold medallion and a signed certificate signed by the CEO of the ICMA's himself which I think is pretty cool!
 

Here's what it looks like, very nice! I have confirmed that I will receive mine in the mail but it will take a…

I am delighted to announce that I will be playing live music every Thursday at El Matador Spanish restaurant in Patchogue, NY. It has been a year in the making.

Come join us for delicious authentic Spanish and Latin-American cuisine - as well as enjoying the live music on the brand new patio outside! (weather permitting)

For more information, check out:
https://www.elmatadorpatchogue.com/

I have recently discovered that my song, Watersheds of Life, from my most recent album has been chosen among many others to be a finalist for the 2025 Intercontinental Awards, that is amazing! I feel honored to have my song selected for this prestigious award. 

Thanks to the judges who have listened to my song and to all of my listeners who have supported me over the years. 

Winners will be announced on August 24th