Ádám Pásztor, balassiho 43, 94301-Štúrovo

Motivation letter

Dear Sir/Madam

I would like to enter this letter, based on the publicly announced opportunity to gain a schol-
arship for a six months period stay at the Conservatorio “Antonio Vivaldi” in Alessandria.

The main goal of my studies in Italy is to experience a unique atmosphere of this institution
in the city of Alessandria, and to get to know better the cultural, and the musical treasures of Italy.
In this region, there are archived pieces of priceless manuscripts from the 19th century, which are
relating to my interests, mainly the literature for the guitar of that period. Working with these materi-
als I could exponentially expand my knowledge by analysing, understanding and performing
pieces, that may be unknown not only for me, but also for the public. I can not forget to mention,
that this work of research can also help me with my studies in the future, by providing me material
for further project, thus enabling my school and the Slovak guitar community to gain access to
helpful and interesting pieces of guitar and chamber music literature.

I can not forget to mention that I would have the possibility to study with the world-re-
nowned interpret and teacher Frédéric Zigante. Maestro Zigante belongs to the most recognised
performers of contemporary and historical pieces. Learning beside him not only offers a great
teacher for solo performance, but also his experience with chamber music, as-well as early music
could be valuable in the future. The extraordinary qualities of this teacher can help me with prepar-
ing not only for international guitar festivals, but also can help me with finalising my Masters thesis.
The stay will serve a purpose with expanding and strengthening my repertoire, helping me with
preparing me for concert performances in the future.

I consider my stay in the Conservatory in Alessandria to be most important for the growth of
my musicality , activity as a student, and also to successfully finish my studies in the upcoming
years

Sincerely yours,

Ádám Pásztor 07.03.2019