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              <span class="name">Patrick Harding</span> is a Chicago-based musician who began his study in music in his early twenties. He completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Business from Huntington University, where he completed internships (including one at Sweetwater Recording Studios) and fully intended to segue into the music industry. Instead of pursuing his planned path, he continued on and achieved his Masters in Classical Guitar, studying with guitar virtuoso Fareed Haque at Northern Illinois University. </p>

<p>Patrick has played in many settings, and has achieved many accolades. He performed in Huntington University's Longaker Honors Recital twice in his time there, and he was also a winner of the 2010 Concerto Competition. He performed Vivaldi's "Concerto in D, RV 93" with their orchestra in Spring 2010. He was awarded the departmental award for outstanding senior in his final year there.</p>

<p>While at Northern Illinois University, Patrick was awarded a graduate assistantship, and completed his degree with highest honor. He was chosen for the Honors Recital in his final semester there. He also was selected to debut Doug Merar's "Contrasts," a piece commissioned in 2010 by violist David Lee.</p>

<p>Patrick has a strong interest in teaching. He has taught lessons for the majority of his playing career, and recently acquired his Suzuki Guitar certification at the Book 1 level. To do so, he was awarded the prestigious Frank Longay Scholarship.</p>

<p>Patrick loves to play for all kinds of events events. He has played for dozens of weddings and receptions, social hours, and concerts for various groups, including retirement homes. He has also played for the openings of coffee houses, art galleries, and has done private shows in the Chicago area.</p>

<p>Patrick now resides in Wicker Park with his wife and is employed at the Old Town School Music Store. He continues to study the guitar with Denis Azabagic, a world-renowned guitarist and the head of the guitar program at Roosevelt Conservatory.</p>

<p>His repertoire includes music from the Renaissance, Baroque and Classical periods, as well as a plethora of Spanish, South American, Latin American, and contemporary music. Whatever event you might be planning, Patrick Harding will have the right music for you.</p></h3>