Park Brothers
The Park Brothers came together as a guitar duo studying under one of the world’s preeminent guitar virtuosos of the classical guitar, Christopher Parkening. The duo’s virtuosic technique combined with expressive artistry have captivated and delighted audiences as far away as Montreal, Canada and Heidelberg, Germany. The brothers enjoy collaborating and working together, as they complement each other with a natural synergy of sounds, bringing enchantment and enjoyment back to classical music.
Wesley Park is a concert classical guitarist and educator based in the Los Angeles area. Known for his expressive playing and engaging programs, he has performed internationally in the United States, Canada, Germany, and Austria. A protégé of American classical guitar virtuoso Christopher Parkening, Wesley has been praised for his artistry: “Wesley makes beautiful music on the guitar, using tonal colors and contrasts, and utilizes the entire range of the guitar to bring out the intrinsic beauty of the instrument.” His artistic mission is to carry forward the legacy of the great Spanish guitarist Andrés Segovia and his mentor Christopher Parkening.
Wesley performs with his brother Alex as the Park Brothers, an acclaimed classical guitar duo represented by Jean Schreiber Management. Together, they have performed extensively across the globe. Notable performances include a 2019 tribute concert honoring Andrés Segovia, where they shared the stage with Grammy® Award-winning artists the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet and Andrew York. The duo is also a recipient of the USC Thornton Ensemble Award for their outstanding contribution to the tradition of classical guitar ensemble performance.
Currently, Wesley serves as Adjunct Professor of Music at Pepperdine University, where he teaches classical guitar. In addition, he maintains a thriving private studio of dedicated students. He earned his Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Southern California, studying with Scott Tennant, and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Pepperdine University, where he studied under Christopher Parkening. He has also studied privately with Spanish guitar virtuoso Ángel Romero.
Outside of his musical career, Wesley enjoys surfing, exploring new restaurants, and participating in the devotional life of his church, Citizens LA.