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Teerut Nattakarn Kijrattanakarn (Tee) is a Thai classical guitarist. Originally from Lopburi, Thailand, he began studying guitar under his father's guidance before entering formal musical training through the Yamaha Music Foundation's Yamaha Music Program at age 11. Tee is currently pursuing the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Classical Guitar at the University of Florida, where he studies with Dr. Silviu Ciulei. His academic and artistic formation includes study with Dr. Andrew Zohn and Dr. Elliot Frank at Columbus State University, where he earned the Artist Diploma, and at East Carolina University, where he completed the Master of Music degree and served as an assistant instructor in guitar. He received his Bachelor of Music from Mahidol University in Thailand.
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An active performer and educator, Tee has appeared in festivals, masterclasses, and concert series across North and South America, including participation in the Guitar Foundation of America Mentorship Program, Homenaje al Maestro Simone Iannarelli – Festival Internacional de Guitarra Clásica Homenaje al Maestro Simone Iannarelli – Festival Internacional de Guitarra Clásica in Peru, Troy University Guitar Festival Troy University Guitar Festival, and international festival engagements in Peru and the United States. His contributions to the guitar community extend beyond performance, including service as a juror for international guitar festivals and symposiums, reflecting his growing reputation as both performer and mentor.
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His artistry has been recognized in competition, most notably with Second Prize at the 39th Philadelphia Guitar Society Festival, along with distinction as a finalist in major regional competitions. Known for his refined musicianship, expressive depth, and thoughtful programming, Teerut's work bridges performance excellence, pedagogy, and artistic leadership.
As a performer-scholar, Teerut continues to cultivate a dynamic international career dedicated to advancing the classical guitar through performance, education, and creative artistic collaboration.
As a performer-scholar, Teerut continues to cultivate a dynamic international career dedicated to advancing the classical guitar through performance, education, and creative artistic collaboration.
